Levugen
Levugen Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
fructose is frequently derived from sugar cane, sugar beets, and corn. Crystalline fructose is the monosaccharide, dried, ground, and of high purity. High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a mixture of glucose and fructose as monosaccharides. Sucrose is a compound with one molecule of glucose covalently linked to one molecule of fructose. All forms of fructose, including fruits and juices, are commonly added to foods and drinks for palatability and taste enhancement, and for browning of some foods, such as baked goods.
| Trade Name | Levugen |
| Generic | Fructose |
| Type | |
| Formula | C6H12O6 |
| Weight | Average: 180.1559 Monoisotopic: 180.063388116 |
| Groups | Approved, Experimental |
| Therapeutic Class | Intravenous fluid preparations |
| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Levugen is used intravenously as a carbohydrate nutrient. It is converted to liver glycogen and metabolized more rapidly than dextrose without requiring insulin and thus may be used in diabetic patients. Levugen is used for patients requiring fluid replacement and caloric feeding. It is better "nitrogen sparer" than glucose.
Levugen is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Nausea, Upset stomach
Dosage
Levugen dosage
The volume and rate of infusion of fructose IV solution will depend upon the requirements of the patient and the judgement of attending physician. But the rate of infusion of fructose should not exceed 0.5-1 gm/kg body weight per hour.The usual recommended flow rate for adult is 30-75 drops per minute infused intravenously.
Side Effects
Intravenous administration of fructose may cause lactic acidosis and hyperuricemia.The rapid infusion of fructose results in facial flushing, abdominal pain and sweating.
Precaution
Levugen should not be given to patients with hereditary fructose intolerance. It should be given with caution to patients with impaired kidney function or severe liver damage.
Infusion of fluid should be immediately discontinued if rigor arises for any reason during the process. Do not use if the solution is cloudy, contains particles, or after expiry date.
Food Interaction
No interactions found.Contraindication
Levugen is contraindicated in certain inborn errors of fructose metabolism, methyl alcohol poisoning, hyperuricemia, liver failure, and lactic acidosis.
Storage Condition
This should be stored at controlled room temperature
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