License number
5 / 2 / 2025
Dextrose 10% Alshark
Indications
^^ It is used in camels, cows, horses, sheep, goats, dogs and cats in the following cases:
To raise blood sugar and provide nutrition if you are unable to eat
It is also given in the following cases: Ketosis
- toxemia pregnancy
- It may be given to increase the volume of circulating blood
Interactions
^^ nothing.
Usage and Dosage
^^ It is given intravenously only
Cows, horses and camels: 200-400 grams of glucose (equivalent to 2000-4000 ml of veterinary medicinal product per animal) every 24 hours.
Sheep and goats: 50-100 grams of glucose (equivalent to 500-1000 ml of veterinary medicinal product per animal) every 24 hours.
Dogs and cats: 5 - 25 grams of glucose (equivalent to 50 - 250 ml of veterinary medicinal product per animal) every hour.
Or according to the opinion of the treating veterinarian.
Contraindications
^^ Excessive dextrose injection may cause hypokalemia
Side Effects
^^ Reactions that may occur due to the injection or administration technique include febrile response, infection at the injection site, venous thrombosis or phlebitis extending from the injection site, extravasation, and hypervolemia.
If an adverse reaction occurs, the infusion should be discontinued, appropriate therapeutic countermeasures taken, and the remainder of the fluid retained for examination if necessary.
Warnings
^^ The preparation should be used with caution in animals with known overt or subclinical diabetes.
-The solution should be heated to body temperature.
-Fluid balance, electrolyte concentrations, and acid-base balance should be monitored during injection.
- The preparation should not be used for resuscitation.
- Do not use the product unless it is clear and the seal and container are intact.
Withdrawal Period
^^ nothing.
Toxicity
^^ Overdose:
In the event of an excessive amount of water or excess solute, the sick animal should be re-evaluated and appropriate corrective measures instituted. Review warnings, precautions, and adverse reactions.
Composition:
Each 1ml contains:| Dextrose Monohydrate | 100 | mg |
