Glucose

GENERIC NAME

Glucose

TRADE NAME

Glutose, Insta-Glucose

DESCRIPTION

Oral glucose is used to provide supplemental glucose in cases of hypoglycemia. It is administered when the patient is conscious and able to swallow.

HOW SUPPLIED

Tube: 15 gm

INDICATIONS

• Hypoglycemia

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Allergy or hypersensitivity to glucose
• Patient is not awake or unable to swallow

MECHANISM OF ACTION

Oral glucose restores blood sugar levels in patients experiencing hypoglycemia.

SIDE EFFECTS

• None

AUTHORIZATION

EMT: Standing order

AEMT: Standing order

Paramedic: Standing order

DOSAGE

• Adult: 15 gm (1 tube) orally
• Pediatric: 15 gm (1 tube) orally