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DEXTROSE 5%, SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.2% AND POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ (K) (dextrose) · Baxter

Cardiovascular Approved 1979-02-02

This solution is an intravenous fluid used to provide calories (via dextrose) and essential electrolytes (sodium, chloride, and potassium) to patients. It is primarily used for the maintenance of fluid and electrolyte balance in patients who are unable to take adequate oral fluids or who have specific electrolyte deficiencies.

How DEXTROSE 5%, SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.2% AND POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ (K) Works

This solution works by restoring and maintaining fluid and electrolyte homeostasis. Dextrose provides a source of energy and helps minimize glycogen depletion. Sodium and chloride are the primary electrolytes of the extracellular fluid, maintaining osmotic pressure, while potassium is the principal intracellular cation, essential for nerve conduction, muscle contraction, and renal function. Unlike ACD solutions, this product does not have anticoagulant properties and does not bind calcium.

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Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
1979-02-02
Routes
INJECTION
Dosage Forms
INJECTABLE

Companies

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53 FDA actions from 1979 to 2019
Feb 2019 SUPPL
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Sep 2013 SUPPL
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What DEXTROSE 5%, SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.2% AND POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ (K) Treats

1 indications

DEXTROSE 5%, SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.2% AND POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ (K) is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 1979. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

Source: FDA Label

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Clinical Trial Registry

13 trials
Trial Sponsor ID Phase Status Title
NCT07494084 R01HL177106 R01HL177106 Ph 4 not yet recruiting Sleep Loss and Circadian Misalignment - Mechanisms of Insulin Resistance
NCT04895358 3475-B49 MK-3475-B49, KEYNOTE-B49 Ph 3 active not recruiting Study of Pembrolizumab (MK-3475) Plus Chemotherapy Versus Placebo Plus Chemotherapy for HR+/HER2- Locally Recurrent Inoperable or Metastatic Breast Cancer (MK-3475-B49/KEYNOTE-B49)
NCT05264727 22-000306 R01DK116231 Ph 4 active not recruiting Glucagon Suppression by Hyperglycemia in the Presence and Absence of Amino Acid Infusion
NCT04020601 Pro00092897 Ph 2, Ph 3 terminated The Impact of a Preoperative Nerve Block on the Consumption of Sevoflurane in Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
NCT02471690 MDCO-ORI-15-01 Ph 1 completed Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Pharmacokinetics of a New Formulation of Oritavancin in Healthy Volunteers
NCT03095651 results posted 5160-002 MK-5160-002 Ph 1 completed Multiple Ascending Dose Study of MK-5160 in Participants With Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (MK-5160-002)
NCT02269735 2640-001 Ph 1 completed A Three-part Study to Evaluate the Safety, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of MK-2640 in Healthy Participants (Part I) and Participants With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (Parts II and III) (MK-2640-001)
NCT00578669 results posted PHI0710-002 1R01DA023190 Ph 3 completed Sequential Use of Fluoxetine for Smokers With Elevated Depressive Symptoms
NCT01547364 SweetCaudal Ph 2 completed Caudal Epidural Injection of Dextrose For Low Back Pain
NCT02984098 40%D-N-PP POSDRU/159.5/S/133377 Ph 4 completed 40% Orally Administered Dextrose Gel is More Effective Than 25% Dextrose
NCT02185729 TPN1 results posted IRB00007543 Ph 2, Ph 3 completed Comparing Soybean Oil-Based (Intralipid) With an Olive Oil-Based (ClinOleic) Lipid Emulsion on Healthy Volunteers
NCT00878878 results posted GE-191-004 Ph 4 completed Evaluate Effect of Optison on Pulmonary Artery Systolic Pressure (PASP) and Pulmonary Vascular Resistance (PVR).
NCT01326611 rö05053781128 Ph 4 completed Efficacy of Clarithromycin Treatment in Prevention of Chronic Lung Disease in Premature Infants
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

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DEXTROSE 5%, SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.2% AND POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ (K) FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

ANTICOAGULANT CITRATE DEXTROSE SOLUTION USP (ACD) SOLUTION A is an anticoagulant intended for use only with devices that prepare Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) products for extracorporeal use. [See Dosage and Administration .] ANTICOAGULANT CITRATE DEXTROSE SOLUTION USP (ACD) SOLUTION A is an anticoagulant intended for use only with devices that prepare Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) products for extracorporeal use. See the device operator's manual for additional information and complete usage instructions.

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