intravenous hypotonic solution

Intravenous hypotonic solution, specifically 5% glucose (D5W), is a crystalloid fluid used for the correction of hypernatremia. In the context of a clinical trial led by the Hospital Civil de Guadalajara, this solution is administered intravenously to provide free water, which dilutes elevated serum sodium levels (defined as >145 mEq/L). For patients with hyperglycemia, the protocol utilizes a modified solution consisting of a 1:1 mixture of 5% glucose and injectable water, resulting in a 2.5% glucose solution. The treatment aims to safely restore electrolyte balance in hospitalized and intensive care patients by providing free water that equilibrates across fluid compartments.

Other names

5% glucose solutionD5WD-5WD 5WDextrose 5% in waterHypotonic Solution-Hospital Civil de Guadalajara-hypernatremia