Evidence supporting the use of: Dextrates
For the health condition: Hypoglycemia

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 5

Dextrates, also known as a mixture of glucose (dextrose) with varying amounts of water of crystallization, is widely used in medicine for the management of hypoglycemia. The use of dextrates (or dextrose) for hypoglycemia is strongly supported by scientific evidence and is a standard of care in both emergency and non-emergency settings. Hypoglycemia, defined as abnormally low blood glucose levels, can cause confusion, loss of consciousness, seizures, and even death if not treated promptly. The administration of rapidly absorbable glucose is the cornerstone of acute hypoglycemia management.

Dextrates are quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract or bloodstream (when given intravenously), leading to a rapid increase in blood glucose levels. Clinical guidelines, such as those from the American Diabetes Association and other international diabetes organizations, recommend oral glucose (such as glucose tablets, gels, or solutions) as the first-line treatment for conscious patients with hypoglycemia. For unconscious or severely hypoglycemic patients, intravenous dextrose is the gold standard therapy. Numerous studies and decades of clinical practice confirm the efficacy and safety of dextrose-containing formulations for this indication.

Therefore, the use of dextrates for hypoglycemia is not only scientifically validated but also universally recommended by medical authorities, earning the highest evidence rating.

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Other health conditions supported by Dextrates

Energy (lack of)
Hypoglycemia

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