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Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml, Pack of 1 Injection
Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml, Pack of 1 Injection
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Prescription drug

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DEXTROSE-5%
PARENTERAL
Not Returnable
Feb-2024
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

S.No. 336/1, Bharat Indl. Estate, Bhimpore, Daman, Daman and Diu, India
Other Info - STE0420

FAQs

Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that works by replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml quickly increases blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to increased risk of adverse reactions, especially in patients with impaired kidney function.
Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml may be used to treat severe hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar). Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml quickly increases blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml with other medicines. Also, inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml is a category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml is given to a breastfeeding mother only if doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Drive only if you are alert after taking Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml.

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Liver

Caution

Take Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml is given to children only if prescribed by a doctor.

Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2014/017521s068lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/glucose,dextrose.html

About Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml

Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml belongs to a class of drugs called glucose-elevating agents used for fluid replacement and dehydration. Also, Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml may be used to treat severe hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar) in diabetic patients. It is indicated as a source of water and calories. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.

Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that helps in replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience tenderness or pain at the injection site and flushing (redness, warmth or tingling sensation). Most of these side effects of Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml. Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

Uses of Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml

Fluid replacement, Dehydration, Severe Hypoglycaemia

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Medicinal Benefits

Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that helps in replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients. Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml is used when a patient is unable to drink enough liquids or when extra fluids are needed.

Directions for Use

Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml

  • Tenderness or pain at the injection site
  • Flushing (redness, warmth or tingling sensation)

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml. Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

It is not recommended to administer Steriport 5% Dex 500Ml simultaneously with blood products as it might cause hemolysis (rupture of red blood cells) or pseudo agglutination (misleading appearance of clumping of red blood cells).

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly drink fluids to prevent dehydration.
  • If you are unable to drink large volumes of fluids, try drinking small sips frequently.
  • Consume foods rich in water content such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, oranges, Brussel sprouts, apples, etc.

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