Human Albumin
About Human Albumin
Human Albumin belongs to the class of medicines called plasma volume expander used to restore and maintain circulating blood volume in cases where it is low. It can occur as a result of significant trauma, bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis. It can also be used to address low levels of albumin in the blood.
Human Albumin contains human albumin that works by replenishing blood and other bodily fluids that have been lost due to significant bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis.
In some cases, you may experience tenderness/pain at the injection site, flushing (temporary reddening of the skin), and fever. Most of these side effects of Human Albumin do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Do not use Human Albumin if you are allergic to any of its contents. Let your doctor know before receiving Human Albumin if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects.
Uses of Human Albumin
Medicinal Benefits
Human Albumin contains human albumin that belongs to the class of medicines called plasma volume expander. It is used to restore and maintain circulating blood volume in cases where it is low. It works by replenishing blood and other bodily fluids that have been lost due to significant bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis. As a result, it can help to raise blood albumin levels.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Human Albumin
- Injection site reactions
- Fever
- Temporary reddening of the skin
- Vomiting
- Nausea
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Human Albumin. Inform your doctor if you have bleeding problems, anaemia, heart failure, high blood pressure, lung problems, urinary problems, heart problems, or latex allergy. Before receiving this medication, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Human Albumin may interact with disease conditions like severe anaemia (lack of red blood cells) and severe heart failure.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of alcohol with Human Albumin is unknown. However, it is advisable not to consume alcohol.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult the doctor as there are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of Human Albumin in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.
Driving
cautionYour ability to drive or operate heavy machinery is usually unaffected by Human Albumin.
Liver
cautionIf you have a history of Liver illness or condition, inform your doctor. Your doctor may alter the dose if necessary.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionPlease consult a doctor. Human Albumin is given to children only if clinically needed.
Habit Forming
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Fluid replacement after trauma: Blood volume loss could occur as a result of trauma such as an injury or severe burns. Uncontrolled post-traumatic bleeding is the leading cause of possibly preventable death among injured patients. Fluid resuscitation aids in the restoration of lost blood volume, tissue perfusion, and the reduction of mortality in trauma patients.
FAQs
Human Albumin belongs to the class of medicines called plasma volume expander used to restore and maintain circulating blood volume in cases where it is low.
Human Albumin works by replenishing blood and other bodily fluids that have been lost due to significant bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis.
Human Albumin can be used for short term fluid replacement purposes only. In some cases, it may be used for prolonged durations.
Human Albumin may cause flushing (redness, warmth, and tingly feeling). It generally does not require medical attention and gradually resolves over time. However, consult your doctor if it persists or worsens.
Human Albumin may also be used to treat low albumin levels caused by abdominal infections, surgery, liver failure, dialysis, respiratory distress, and ovarian problems.
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Human Albumin, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, about your health condition and the medicines you are taking.
Vitals such as temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate should be monitored before giving Human Albumin.
Human Albumin is given as an intravenous infusion by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.
Human Albumin may cause side effects like tenderness/pain at the injection site, flushing (temporary reddening of the skin), and fever. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
