Dextrose Intravenous InjectionsDextrose Injection is a sterile solution of Dextrose in water for Injection.
Shelf Life5 years from the date of Manufacturlng.
DescriptionWhite Crystalline powder, with sweet taste
Water %NMT 1.0 %
Sulphated ashNMT 0.1 %
AcidityNMT 0.15 ml of 0.1 M NaoH
Specific Optical RotationBetween +52.50 to + 53.50
ArsenicNMT1 PPM
Heavy MeialNMT5 PPM
ChlorideNMT 125 PPM
SulphateNMT 200 PPM
CalciumNMT 200 PPM
IntroductionGlucose Anhydrous BP is produced by redissolving dextrose monohydrate,refining, evaporation and recrystallization by seed crystals at elevated temperature. It is a high purity product with moisture below 1 percent, has no water molecule in its chemical structure and is a monosaccharide, a simple sugar than the fructose cane sugar.Properties of GlucoseAnhydrous BP It is a simple carbohydrate that is directly absorbed into the blood. It has a glycemic index of 100%. It is a colorless, odorless white powder that is less sweeter than cane sugar; soluble in water and partially soluble in alcohol.Uses of Glucose Anhydrous BP
It is formulated with vitamins and Minerals and sold in packets or containers or used during convalescent periods of physical stress by patients, athletes and students.
In medical formulations Dextrose is used in tabieting (salt tablets) and as a raw material in the fermentation industly for bio-chemical synthesis of antibiotics (penicillin, streptomycin etc.) and vitamin C.
it is also widely used as a major ingredient in the oral rehydration salt (ORS) segment.
Being a natural sugar, it immediately cures a person of dehydration, sugar drop and giddiness.