Dextrose Electrolyte No. 75 and Thorazine (Chlorpromazine Injection)

• Generic Name: lvp solution with potassium
• Dosage Forms: injection, injection, USP
• Other Brand Names:

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.

• Generic Name: chlorpromazine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Thorazine, Ormazine, Thorazine Spansule

• It is used to treat hiccups.
• It is used to treat tetanus.
• It is used to treat problems with how one acts.
• It is used to treat acute intermittent porphyria.
• It is used to treat mania.
• It is used to treat upset stomach and throwing up.
• It is used to treat schizophrenia.
• It is used to ease anxiety before surgery.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.