In Short term fluid replacement after trauma Albucel 20% Infusion contains albumin, a protein that protects the patient from dehydration and electrolyte disorders after any trauma or injury. Appropriate fluid replacement is very essential to restore normal brain activity and other vital functions of the body to promote healing as well as speedy recovery.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Albucel 20% Infusion. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Albucel 20% Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Albucel 20% Infusion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Albucel 20% Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Albucel 20% Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Albucel 20% Infusion is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Albucel 20% Infusion is recommended.
If you miss a dose of Albucel 20% Infusion, please consult your doctor.
Q. What do you need to inform your doctor before you are given Albucel 20% Infusion?::: Before you are given this medicine, you need to inform your doctor if you are allergic to albumin preparations or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Suspicion of allergic or anaphylactic type reactions requires an immediate stop of the infusion.| Q. What vitals should be monitored before giving Albucel 20% Infusion::: Before giving this injection, your doctor or nurse will measure your blood pressure, heart rate and conduct blood tests to make sure you are not given an excess dose. If you experience a headache, difficulty in breathing, or increased blood pressure, inform your doctor immediately.| Q. How is Albucel 20% Infusion given?::: This medicine must be administered intravenously at a rate not to exceed 1 mL/min to patients with normal blood volume, due to the risk of developing circulatory overload and pulmonary edema (excess fluid in lungs).
Albucel 20% Infusion contains human albumin, a natural protein in blood. It works by replacing the blood or body fluids lost due to excessive bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis.