Individualized dosage based on patient requirements. Max rate of glucose utilization: 500-800 mg/kg/hr. Emergency treatment of hypoglycemia 3 mL/min slow IV via peripheral vein.
Local pain, vein irritation, thrombophlebitis & tissue necrosis in the event of extravasation. Fluid & electrolyte imbalance eg, hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia & hypophosphatemia; edema or water intoxication.
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