Discussions tagged “medicalemergency”

I've been using Dextrose 50% Injection for my hypoglycemia episodes, and it's been a lifesaver most of the time. However, last week, I got a crazy rash and hives all over my body. I also started feeling dizzy and confused. Right away, I knew something was off—and I checked the side effects list on the package. Sure enough, I had a severe reaction! I had to rush to the ER and spent the night there. I'm sharing this because I couldn't find much info on this specific injection when I needed it most. Has anyone else had similar issues? I want to know if I should be worried about future treatments or if this was a one-time thing.