50% dextrose in water (D50W)

Introduction

50 mL vials, syringes.

Adverse effects

• hyperglycemia, electrolyte abnormalities, overhydration, venous thrombosis, phlebitis, pain at injection site, osmotic diuresis

More general terms

• pharmacologic combination
• solution

Additional terms

• 10% dextrose in water (D10W)
• 50% dextrose in water (D50W)