INDICATIONS:

 

• Suspected hypoglycemia
• Altered LOC
• Coma/Seizure of unknown etiology

 

DOSAGE:

 

ADULT:

 

• 25 grams slow administration IV/IO given on a case by case basis per Paramedic discretion.

 

PEDIATRIC:

 

• Diluted (1:1) with NS, for a concentration of D25
• Dose of 0.5 - 1 grams/kg (2-4 mL/kg) slow IV/IO or rectum administration
• Given on a case by case basis per Paramedic discretion

 

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

 

• Intracranial hemorrhage
• Known CVA

 

SIDE EFFECTS:

 

• Local irritation
• May precipitate severe neurological symptoms in alcoholics