Biphozyl
Biphozyl is a special liquid used in hospitals to clean the blood of patients with kidney damage when their kidneys are not working properly.
Form
hemodialyysi- / hemofiltraationeste
Active Ingredient
Sodium chloride
Manufacturer
Vantive Belgium S.R.L.
How to Use
Dosage
The doctor will decide how much of this medicine you receive, as the dose depends on your condition.
Method
This medicine is given directly into your vein in a hospital, only by trained healthcare staff during dialysis treatment.
Important
For adults, the total amount of fluid used for continuous kidney replacement therapy is typically about 48–60 liters per day (2000-2500 ml per hour).
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Changes in blood salt balance, such as too low calcium (hypocalcemia), too high potassium (hyperkalemia), or too high phosphate (hyperphosphatemia).
- •Decrease in blood bicarbonate levels (metabolic acidosis).
- •Too much (hypervolemia) or too little (hypovolemia) fluid in the body.
- •Drop in blood pressure.
- •Nausea, vomiting.
- •Muscle cramps.
Important Warnings
- Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- Do not use if your blood calcium level is too low. The medicine does not contain calcium, and you may need extra calcium.
- Do not use if your blood potassium level is too high. Your doctor will monitor your potassium levels during treatment.
- Do not use if your blood phosphate level is too high.
- The liquids in the bag must be thoroughly mixed before use. Only use if the package and bag connections are intact and the liquid is clear and colorless.
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- Your doctor will regularly monitor your blood values, fluid balance, and acid-base balance during treatment.
- Since Biphozyl does not contain glucose, your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and may administer glucose if needed.