sugar + water

Sugar + water refers to a simple mixture of sugar dissolved in water. In medical contexts, this can refer to various formulations: - As an intravenous solution (commonly called dextrose or glucose solution), it is used to treat low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), dehydration without electrolyte loss, and as part of parenteral nutrition. Common concentrations include 5%, 10%, and 50% dextrose in water[1][5]. - Orally, a simple sugar-water mixture may be used for pain relief in infants during minor procedures due to its calming effect[6]. - In oral rehydration therapy (ORT), a combination of sugar and salts dissolved in water is used to prevent or treat dehydration from diarrhea; the presence of both glucose and electrolytes is essential for optimal absorption[7]. The mechanism depends on the context but generally involves providing readily absorbable carbohydrates for energy or facilitating fluid absorption via sodium-glucose co-transport.

Other names

sugar waterdextrose solutionsyrup (when concentrated)glucose solution