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Medicines glucose, anhydrous + glucose monohydrateQuestion & answer

glucose, anhydrous + glucose monohydrate · Medicine question

Does it contain corn-derived material?

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The answer

Answer

The selected product information states that the glucose is derived from corn. Tell the clinical team about any corn or corn-product allergy.

Sources for this answer

Glucose Intravenous Infusion BP 20% w/v — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Glucose 40% w/v Concentrate for solution for infusion — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics

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