1. A simple sugar (monosaccharide) with the formula C6H12O6, also known as glucose or grape sugar, commonly found in fruits and honey
Dextrose is the primary source of energy for cells in the human body.
A dextrose é a principal fonte de energia para as células do corpo humano.
2. A pharmaceutical or nutritional supplement form of glucose used intravenously or orally to provide energy
The patient received an intravenous dextrose solution to restore blood sugar levels.
O paciente recebeu uma solução intravenosa de dextrose para restaurar os níveis de açúcar no sangue.