Glucohart

This solution is indicated as a source of water, electrolytes and calories or as an alkalinizing agent.

This is a sterile, nonpyrogenic solution for fluid and electrolyte replenishment and caloric supply in a single dose container for intravenous administration.

As directed by a physician. Dosage is dependent upon the age, weight and clinical condition of the patient as well as laboratory determinations. The dosage and constant infusion rate of intravenous dextrose must be selected with caution in pediatric patients, particularly neonates and low weight infants, because of the increased risk of hyperglycemia/ hypoglycemia. Additives may be incompatible. Administration Procedure:

• Check infusion set and infusion solution prior to use
• Pull moderately to tear off the protective cover of the Eurohead
• Hold lightly the Eurohead but not the bag

Open the flow regulator fully and hold the giving set on the top white area, but not the membrane venting region

Insert the spike of the administration set to the Eurohead and fit the connector of the administration set firmly to the needle

Gradually allow the fluid to flow down to the needle tip and close

Remove the protective cover of the needle

Locate the veinpuncture site and clean the site with an antiseptic solution, and then insert the needle

Securely tape the puncture site

Securely tape the wings and tubing

Start infusion while adjusting drip speed.

There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.

Solutions containing dextrose may be contraindicated in patients with known allergy to corn or corn products.

Allergic reactions or anaphylactoid symptoms such as localized or generalized urticaria and pruritus; periorbital, facial, and/or laryngeal edema, coughing, sneezing, and/or difficulty with breathing have been reported during administration. The reporting frequency of these signs and symptoms is higher in women during pregnancy.

Teratogenic effect and pregnancy category C. This solution should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk.

Do not uses if the solution is cloudy contain particles or date expired. Infusion of fluid should be immediately discontinued if rigor arises for any reason during the process.

Should be stored at controlled room temperature.