Albucel 5% Injection 100ml — sterile solution for medical use

Albucel 5% Injection 100ml

Description:

• Contains human albumin as the active constituent.
• Liquid albumin preparation prepared from human plasma.
• Used to replace lost blood or body fluids due to conditions such as excessive bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis.
• Helps restore and maintain blood volume.

Uses:

• Fluid replacement.
• Hypoalbuminemia.
• Plasma exchange.

Therapeutic Effects:

• Human Albumin is a protein found in the blood.
• Albumin plays a major role in maintaining the oncotic pressure and transporting various substances in the bloodstream.
• Restores and maintains blood volume.

Administration:

• Administered intravenously by a physician in a hospital setting.
• Dosage and duration depend on age, body weight, and disease condition.

Safety Advice:

• Pregnancy: Report to your doctor before starting the treatment.
• Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before starting the treatment.
• Lungs: Inform your physician if you have lung disease.
• Liver: Inform your doctor if you have liver disease.
• Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking Albucel 5% injection 100ml is safe. Speak with your physician.
• Driving: Albucel 5% injection 100ml does not affect your ability to drive and operate heavy machinery.

Interaction with other drugs:

• Inform your physician about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment.

Storage:

• Store Albucel 5% injection 100ml between 2°C and 25°C.
• Do not freeze.

Side Effects:

• Feeling sick.
• Flushing.
• Tachycardia.
• Tremor.
• Shortness of breath.
• Chest tightness.
• Wheezing.
• Dizziness.

FAQ:

1. How is Albucel 5% injection 100ml administered?

   • Albucel 5% injection 100ml is given intravenously through infusion, and the amount of the drug will be measured based on the patient's body weight, age, and health status.

2. Is it safe for women of reproductive age to use Albucel 5% injection 100ml?

   • It is not known whether Albucel 5% injection 100ml causes fetal harm or passes into the breast milk. However, telling your healthcare practitioner if you suspect pregnancy, breastfeeding, or planning to have a baby before starting this treatment is advisable.

3. What should you know before using Albucel 5% injection 100ml?

   • It is important to know that you should not dilute albumin solution with sterile water as it may result in hemolysis and acute kidney injury.

4. Who should not use Albucel 5% injection 100ml?

   • People who are hypersensitive to Human Albumin or its ingredients should not use Albucel 5% injection 100ml. This injection is also not recommended for people with severe anemia, heart failure, and kidney problems.

5. Will you be monitored during Albucel 5% injection 100ml treatment?

   • Yes, you will be monitored during Albucel 5% injection 100ml treatment. Your healthcare provider will regularly assess your blood pressure, heart rate, electrolytes, and complete blood count.

Fact Box:

• Molecule Name: Human Albumin.
• Therapeutic class: Albumins.
• Pharmacological class: Plasma expanders.

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