Clioquinol and Hydrocortisone and Glucose Injection

• Generic Name: clioquinol / hydrocortisone topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ala-Quin, Dermasorb AF, Iodo-HC, Corque, Steroform, Dek-Quin, Hysone, Vio-Tex-HC, Pedi-Cort V

Clioquinol topical fights bacteria and prevents fungus from growing on your skin.

Hydrocortisone is a topical steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

Clioquinol and hydrocortisone is a combination medicine used to treat skin infections caused by fungus (such as ringworm or jock itch) and skin conditions such as eczema.

Clioquinol and hydrocortisone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: glucose
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution, injection
• Other Brand Names: BD Glucose, Dex4, Insta-Glucose, Relion Grape, TRUEplus, Trutol Fruit Punch, Dextrose, Rematex, Ziks Arthritis Pain Relief

Dextrose is a form of glucose (sugar). Dextrose 5% in water is injected into a vein through an IV to replace lost fluids and provide carbohydrates to the body.

Dextrose 5% in water is used to treat low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), insulin shock, or dehydration (fluid loss). Dextrose 5% in water is also given for nutritional support to patients who are unable to eat because of illness, injury, or other medical condition.

Dextrose 5% in water is sometimes used as a diluent (liquid) for preparing injectable medication in an IV bag. A diluent provides a large amount of fluid in which to dilute a small amount of medicine. The diluent helps carry the medicine into your bloodstream through the IV. This helps your caregivers inject the medicine slowly and more safely into your body.

Dextrose 5% in water may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.