Dextrose 5% In 50% Hartmanns Side Effects

Generic name: lvp solution

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 22, 2025.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Dextrose 5% in 50% Hartmanns Side Effects associated with lvp solution. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Dextrose 5% in 50% Hartmanns.

Applies to lvp solution: intravenous solution.

Other dosage forms:

• intraperitoneal solution

It is very important that your doctor check you closely to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Blood and urine tests are needed to check for unwanted effects.

Children 28 days of age or younger (neonates) should not receive this medicine together with ceftriaxone. Patients older than 28 days of age should not receive this medicine together with ceftriaxone in the same infusion line.

This medicine may cause serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a rash, itching, hoarseness, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth after receiving this medicine.

This medicine may cause hyponatremia (low sodium level in the blood), which can lead to acute hyponatremic encephalopathy. Check with your doctor right away if you have loss of consciousness, confusion, seizures, decreased urine output, dizziness, fast or irregular heartbeat, headache, increased thirst, muscle pain or cramps, trouble breathing, swelling of the face, ankles, or hands, or unusual tiredness or weakness.

This medicine may cause fluid overload and overhydration, which can lead to pulmonary congestion (fluid in the lungs) and swelling. Talk with your doctor right away if you have a decrease in the amount of urine output, noisy, rattling breathing, trouble with breathing, swelling of the fingers, hands, feet, or lower legs, troubled breathing at rest, or weight gain.

Lactated Ringer's injection may increase your risk of having hyperkalemia (high potassium level in the blood). Check with your doctor right away if you have stomach pain, confusion, irregular heartbeat, numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips, difficulty with breathing, or weakness or heaviness of the legs.

This medicine may cause changes in the pH level of the blood, which may be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

This medicine may cause hypercalcemia (high calcium level in the blood). Talk with your doctor right away if you have stomach pain, confusion, depression, dry mouth, headache, incoherent speech, increased urination, loss of appetite, metallic taste in the mouth, muscle weakness, or unusual tiredness.

This medicine may affect your blood sugar levels. Check with your doctor right away if you have increased thirst or increased urination. If you notice a change in the results of your urine or blood sugar tests, or if you have any questions, talk with your doctor.

Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.

Serious side effects

Along with its needed effects, lvp solution (the active ingredient contained in Dextrose 5% in 50% Hartmanns) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking lvp solution:

Incidence not known

• agitation
• back pain
• bluish color of the skin
• blurred vision
• burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feeling
• chest pain, discomfort, or tightness
• confusion
• cough
• decreased heart rate
• decreased urine output
• difficulty breathing
• dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
• drowsiness
• fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
• fever
• headache
• increased thirst
• irritability
• large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
• loss of consciousness
• mood or mental changes
• muscle pain or cramps
• nausea
• nervousness
• noisy breathing
• numbness of the mouth
• paleness, pain, or redness at the injection site
• rapid breathing
• seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
• seizures
• stiff neck
• stomach pain
• sweating
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• vomiting
• weakness or heaviness of the legs
• weight gain

Other side effects

Some side effects of lvp solution may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known

• feeling of warmth
• loss of or change in taste
• redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
• sneezing
• swelling, rash, itching, or burning at the infusion site
• throat irritation

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Further information

Dextrose 5% in 50% Hartmanns side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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