Description
Composition Albumin (20%)
Primary Use Burns, Nephrotic syndrome
Medicine Overview of Buminate Infusion
Uses of Buminate Infusion
Buminate Infusion is used in burns and nephrotic syndrome.
Buminate Infusion side effects
Common
Hypersensitivity reaction, Volume overload.
How to use Buminate Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Buminate Infusion works
Buminate Infusion is a large molecular weight substance which remains restricted to the blood vessels and generates oncotic pressure (pressure produced by proteins in the blood).
Buminate Infusion related warnings
Special precautions for Buminate Infusion
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Buminate Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
No information is available on the use of Buminate Infusion during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Buminate Infusion does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Buminate Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Buminate Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE
Buminate Infusion is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Buminate Infusion is recommended.
