What is Albuminex? Uses, warnings & side effects
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Albuminex overview
BRAND NAMES:
Plasbumin-25, Plasbumin-5, Kedbumin, Albuked 25, Albuked 5, Albuminar-25, Albuminar-5, Albuminex 25%, Albuminex 5%, Alburx, Albutein, Buminate, Flexbumin, Human Albumin Grifols
Generic Names:
Albuminex
Uses:
Treats low albumin levels., Treats low blood volume and low albumin levels in the blood. Also used during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery. Flexbumin® 25% is also used to treat hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN).
Therapeutic Classes:
Volume Expander
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Albuminex used for?
What form(s) does Albuminex come in?
Injectable
What are common Albuminex dosages?
Vial 50ml of 25%
How to take Albuminex
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
What to do if you miss a dose of Albuminex
Albuminex contraindications - Who shouldn't take Albuminex?
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to albumin.
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to albumin, N-acetyltryptophan, or sodium caprylate, or if you have severe anemia or heart failure with a normal or increased blood volume.
Albuminex warnings
Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart failure, kidney disease, or anemia.
This medicine is made from donated human blood. Some human blood products have transmitted certain viruses to people who have received them. The risk is very low, but talk with your doctor if you have concerns.
Fever, chills, stomach pain, lightheadedness, fainting
Pinpoint red or purple spots under the skin
This medicine may increased the risk of heart or lung failure, kidney failure, or increased pressure in the head (intracranial pressure).
This medicine is made from donated human blood. All donated blood is tested for certain viruses. Although your risk for getting a virus from the medicine is very low, talk with your doctor if you have concerns.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, heart failure, anemia, high blood pressure, esophagus problems, fluid in the lungs, or bleeding problems.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Albuminex interactions & what to avoid when taking Albuminex
This medicine is made from donated human blood. Some human blood products have transmitted certain viruses to people who have received them. The risk is very low, but talk with your doctor if you have concerns.
Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart failure, kidney disease, or anemia.
Albuminex side effects - How does Albuminex make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Dark urine, decrease in how much or how often you urinate
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Pinpoint red or purple spots under the skin
Fever, chills, stomach pain, lightheadedness, fainting
Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
Headache, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, weakness, diarrhea, stomach pain, yellow eyes or skin
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Blurred vision, cough, rapid or troubled breathing, chest pain or tightness, cold sweat, bluish-colored skin, bulging vein in the neck (jugular)
Decreased frequency or amount of urine, dark or bloody urine, lower back or side pain
Less Serious Side Effects
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
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