Albunorm
Albunorm helps maintain the amount of blood in your body when it is too low.
Form
infuusioneste, liuos
Strength
40 g/l
Active Ingredient
Albumin, human
Manufacturer
Octapharma AB
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and how fast it should be given, depending on your condition.
Method
Albunorm is given directly into a vein as an infusion (drip).
Important
Your doctor will determine your maximum daily dose. If you take too much, contact your doctor immediately.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Redness
- •Hives
- •Fever
- •Nausea
RARE
- •Shock (severe allergic reaction)
RARE
- •Confusion
- •Headache
- •Fast or slow heart rate
- •High or low blood pressure
- •Flushing
- •Breathing difficulties
- •Nausea
- •Hives
- •Swelling around eyes, nose, and mouth
- •Rash
- •Increased sweating
- •Fever
- •Chills
Important Warnings
- Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to albumin or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, fluid in your lungs, bleeding disorders, severe lack of red blood cells, or if you cannot urinate. These conditions can make an increase in blood volume dangerous.
- If you experience headache, breathing difficulties, swelling in your neck, or high blood pressure during treatment, the infusion must be stopped immediately.
- If you have an allergic reaction, the infusion must be stopped immediately.
- Be especially careful if you have a severe traumatic brain injury.