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Glucose 5% B. Braun Ecoflac® Plus is a sterile intravenous infusion solution containing 5% glucose (dextrose) in water for injection. It is used for the administration of fluids and carbohydrates, as a carrier solution for compatible intravenous medications, and to provide a source of calories during intravenous therapy. The solution is supplied in the Ecoflac® Plus closed infusion system, designed to reduce contamination risk and improve handling safety.

Active Ingredient

Each 500 mL bottle contains:

• Anhydrous Glucose (Dextrose): 25 g
  (equivalent to approximately 27.5 g glucose monohydrate)

Concentration: 5% w/v glucose solution.

Indications

Used for:

• Supply of water and carbohydrates during IV therapy
• Prevention and treatment of dehydration when glucose administration is appropriate
• Source of calories during parenteral therapy
• Dilution and administration of compatible intravenous medications
• Carrier solution for injectable drugs and infusions.

Benefits

• Provides rapidly available energy in the form of glucose
• Supplies free water for hydration
• Suitable as a carrier solution for many IV medications
• Sterile, ready-to-use infusion solution
• Ecoflac® Plus closed system helps reduce contamination risk
• PVC-, DEHP-, and latex-free container.

Directions

Route of administration: Intravenous infusion only.

Dosage and infusion rate should be determined by a healthcare professional based on:

• Age and body weight
• Clinical condition
• Fluid and glucose requirements
• Concomitant medications and laboratory values.

This product should only be administered under medical supervision.

Warnings

• For intravenous use only.
• Use with caution in patients with:
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Renal impairment
  • Electrolyte imbalances
• Monitoring of blood glucose and electrolytes may be necessary during administration.
• Do not use if the solution is cloudy or the container is damaged.
• Single-use container only. Discard any unused portion.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient:

• Glucose (Dextrose) 5%

Inactive Ingredient:

• Water for Injection.

Product Specifications

• Strength: Glucose 5%
• Volume: 500 mL (0.5 L)
• Dosage Form: Sterile solution for infusion
• Container: Ecoflac® Plus closed IV system
• Osmolarity: Approximately 278 mOsm/L
• Energy Value: Approximately 200 kcal/L (100 kcal per 500 mL).

Manufacturer

B. Braun

Manufacturer: B. Braun Melsungen AG, Germany.

Storage

• Store at room temperature.
• Protect from freezing.
• Keep in the original packaging until use.
• Use immediately after opening.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Disclaimer

This product is intended for use by healthcare professionals in intravenous therapy settings. It should only be administered under appropriate medical supervision.