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Albumin

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Albumin

Albumin is primarily used as Plasma volume expansion and maintenance of cardiac output in the treatment of certain types of shock or impending shock. It may be useful for burn patients, ARDS, and cardiopulmonary bypass.

Other uses considered by some investigators (but not proven) are retroperitoneal surgery, peritonitis, and ascites; unless the condition responsible for hypoproteinemia can be corrected, albumin can provide only symptomatic relief or supportive treatment; nutritional supplementation is not an appropriate indication for Albumin.

Itis a soluble monomeric protein that helps to maintain the health of tissues. It is effective in treating fulminant hepatic failure, hypoalbuminemia, hypervolemia, hypoproteinemia, hypovolemic shock, and acute pyelonephritis.

This medication is also used to treat hyperbilirubinemia in neonatal patients. It increases the plasma volume in the circulatory system. This reduces the haemoconcentration as well as blood viscosity while allowing the transportation of haemin, steroids, thyroid hormones, and fatty acids.

The major side effects of using this drug are allergies and volume overloads due to overdose. The side effects are different for different people.

Overdose of this drug can be extremely adverse. Therefore, it is necessary to follow the doctor’s instructions regarding use and dosage. Inform the physician of all your medical history and current medications before using it.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Albumin

    • Low Cardiac Output

    • Shock

    • Burns

    • Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) (Treatment Adjunct)

    • Cardiopulmonary Bypass Procedures (Treatment Adjunct)

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Albumin ?

    • Anemia

    • Congestive Cardiac Failure

    • Hypersensitivity

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Albumin ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Albumin

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      Albumin circulates in the body for approximately 15 days to 20 days.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The Albumin starts circulating in the blood within 15 min and has a half-life of 16 hours to 24 hours.

    • Is it habit forming?

      Albumin is not a habit-forming drug.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      It is safe to use alcohol while on Albumin.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This drug may be risky for use during pregnancy without consulting the doctor first.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Use of Albumin during breastfeeding has no known risks associated with it.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Albumin does not affect the ability to drive.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Prescription for patients with a history of renal disorders is not advisable. It can cause accumulation of aluminum.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      It does not affect the functioning of the liver.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this drug consult your doctor before making up for it.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consul your doctor before in case of overdose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Albumin

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Albumin as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication works like a high molecular weight, a very soluble osmolyte. It works like a protein drug carrier within the plasma. It transports steroids, hemin thyroid hormones and fatty acids. Also, it combines with calcium ions, fat soluble hormones and unconjugated bilirubin.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Albumin ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        It must not be prescribed in combination with ACE inhibitors.

      • Interaction with Disease

        Albumin must not be used for patients with hypersensitivity to albumin, anaemia, heart conditions, hypernatremia, hypertension, and suffering from viral infections.

      FAQs about Albumin

      • Ques : What are the uses of Albumin?

        Ans : Albumin ​ is used for short term fluid replacement succeeding trauma and ​ nephrotic syndrome​ .

      • Ques : How does Albumin work?

        Ans : Albumin contains a natural protein present in blood called human Albumin. It replaces and takes the place of the blood or body fluids lost because of excessive bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis.

      • Ques : What are the common side effects of Albumin?

        Ans : Some of the most common side effects are flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), hives, fever, decreased blood pressure, chills, nausea, vomiting and a slower heart rate.

      • Ques : How can Albumin be ​ administered​?

        Ans : It is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a medical professional.

      • Ques : How can the side effects of Albumin be treated?

        Ans : You should necessarily inform your doctor as soon as you experience skin rash, itching, difficulties in breathing, swelling of face and sudden changes in your heartbeat while using this medicine.

      • Ques : Are there any diseases exempted from the use of Albumin?

        Ans : You are advised to tell your doctor if you have a history of either severe anemia (lack of red blood cells) or severe heart failure.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Utsav NandwanaMBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MBBSGeneral Physician
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