Human Albumin
Trade names: Human
albumin 20% Biotest low salt content
Class: Blood volume expander,
plasma protein fraction, Pregnancy: (Category C)
Action:
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Plasma substitute
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It contribute to oncotic
pressure of the blood and transport function
§ Albumin stabilizes circulating blood volume and is a carrier of
hormones, enzymes, medicinal products Uses:
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shock, post surgery,
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Nephrotic syndrome,
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burns,
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coma,
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liver cirrhosis,§ premature infants, and §
Hyper bilirubinemia.
Dose:
Hypoalbuminemia 1 g
/kg /day IV infusion over 1-2 hours Side effects:
Mild reactions such as flush, urticaria, fever and nausea
Nursing
considerations:
v Do not use the solutions which are cloudy or have deposits
This means that the protein is unstable or that the solution becomes
contaminated.
v If large amount of solution used the bottle should be warmed to
the room temperature or body temperature before use v Monitor
for side effects or any reactions.
