Answer
Yes. Concentrated glucose can cause pain, irritation, phlebitis or thrombosis; leakage outside the vein may damage skin and deeper tissue.
Sources for this answer
- Glucose Intravenous Infusion BP 50% w/v (hameln) — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- Glucose 20% w/v Solution for Infusion — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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