Dextrose
D-Glucose. Dietary Supplement, simple carbohydrate / fast-acting glucose.
This page describes what Dextrose is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Dietary Supplement
- Legal status
- Over-the-counter (unrestricted)
- Half-life
- N/A (rapidly absorbed simple sugar)
- Liver strain
- None
- Kidney strain
- None in healthy individuals
- Converts to estrogen
- None
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Not typically
Medical uses
- Hypoglycemia treatment
- Clinical rehydration/energy solutions
What it does in the body
Metabolic
- Rapid blood glucose spike (high glycemic index, ~100)
- Fast glycogen resynthesis post-exercise
- Insulin spike — can improve nutrient/creatine uptake into muscle when timed peri-workout
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Oral (powder) | N/A (rapidly absorbed simple sugar) | N/A (not a banned/tested substance) |
Side effects and health risks
Metabolic
- Blood sugar spikes/crashes if overused outside the training window
- Excess caloric intake contributing to fat gain if not accounted for
Gastrointestinal
- Mild bloating in large single doses
Related compounds
Questions
What is the half-life of Dextrose?
About N/A (rapidly absorbed simple sugar). Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is Dextrose detectable?
Testing windows of N/A (not a banned/tested substance) are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is Dextrose legal?
Over-the-counter (unrestricted). Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with Dextrose?
Ask a doctor which tests suit you.
What are the side effects of Dextrose?
Metabolic: blood sugar spikes/crashes if overused outside the training window and excess caloric intake contributing to fat gain if not accounted for. Gastrointestinal: mild bloating in large single doses.
For information only, not medical advice. MyoStats is a tracking tool used at your own discretion. Speak to a doctor before changing your training, diet, medication or anything you take.