5 boxed glass capsules, what are they?

[seebee1]

I would like to find out what these five glass capsules are for, advice much appreciated. Regards, Clive.

[seebee1]

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[Nick Komiya]

Army issue hypertonic glucose solutions.

[seebee1]

Many thanks for the comments. Were they used as a form of "pick me up" or something else? Regards, Clive.

Army issue hypertonic glucose solutions.

[Nick Komiya]

To provide intravenous nourishment to someone who cannot feed himself.

[seebee1]

Many thanks Nick, very much appreciated. Somehow doubt that many of these survive to this day. Regards, Clive.