Introduction

Dexaqua IV is used for short term fluid replacement. It works by replenishing fluid loss. Thus, it treats hypovolemia that can result due to dehydration, injury, or burns.\n\nDexaqua IV must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not take it, if you have any known allergy from this injection. Your doctor may check your blood pressure and ask you to get regular blood tests done while you are using this injection.\n\nThe most common side effects include injection site reactions such as pain, swelling, and redness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suffering from kidney or liver diseases. In the case of breastfeeding mothers, this injection should be used with caution and it should be advised to hold breastfeeding till the time the treatment of mother gets completed and the content of this injection gets eliminated from the body.

Uses of Dexaqua IV

Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Side effects of Dexaqua IV

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Dexaqua IV

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Dexaqua IV works

Dexaqua IV works by replacing fluid loss.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dexaqua IV. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Dexaqua IV may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Breastfeeding: Dexaqua IV should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Dexaqua IV alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
UNSAFE – Kidney: Dexaqua IV is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.\nCaution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.
CAUTION – Liver: Dexaqua IV should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dexaqua IV may be needed. Please consult your doctor.