Anhydrous Dextrose or D-Glucose, Molecular Formula C6H12H6 is a white crystalline powder odourless and sweet to taste. Anhydrous Dextrose is the purest form of dextrose, commonly called Glucose. It is manufactured by refining Dextrose Monohydrate which in itself is a pure form of Dextrose.
It is prepared by dissolving Dextrose Monohydrate and evaporating the solution to a solid content of 84%-85%, it is then crystallized on added for Induced seed crystals at elevated temperatures. The Anhydrous Dextrose particles have unique properties and, if desired, may be used as a sugar or Dextrose Monohydrate replacement. It is used as a food additive and also in injections.
Functional Advantages
Dextrose Anhydrous in liquid form is a sterile solution injected intravenously, It assists in providing fluids containing various amounts of sugars to your body when you are not able to drink enough liquids or when additional fluids are needed. It may also be used to give other injectable medicines.