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Flexbumin 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, Albuked 25, Albuked 5, Albuminar-25, Albuminar-5, Albuminex 25%, Albuminex 5%, Alburx, Albutein, Flexbumin, Human Albumin Grifols, Kedbumin, Plasbumin-25, Plasbumin-5, Plasbumin-5, Albuked 25, Albuked 5, Albuminar-25, Albuminar-5, Albuminex 25%, Albuminex 5%, Alburx, Albutein, Flexbumin, Hespan, Hextend, Human Albumin Grifols, Kedbumin, LMD in Dextrose, LMD w/0.9% Sodium Chloride
Generic Names:
Albumin Human
Uses:
Used to replace fluids (water and electrolytes) that are lost due to illness, trauma, or surgery., 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)., Treats low albumin levels.
Therapeutic Classes:
Volume Expander, Volume Expander, Volume Expander
Forms:
Injectable, Injectable, Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection, By injection, By injection
What is Flexbumin used for?
What form(s) does Flexbumin come in?
Injectable
Injectable
Injectable
What are common Flexbumin dosages?
Flex Cont 100ML of 25%
How to take Flexbumin
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.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
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.
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.
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.
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 Flexbumin
Flexbumin contraindications - Who shouldn't take Flexbumin?
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.
You might not be able to receive this medicine if you have severe heart failure, kidney failure, or severe bleeding disorders. You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients.
Flexbumin 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.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Tell your doctor if you have edema (fluid retention), a blood disorder, a lung disorder, or breathing problems. Make sure your doctor knows if you have diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, or liver disease.
Some forms of this medicine may raise your blood sugar. This is especially important if you have diabetes and monitor your blood glucose levels. Talk with your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about this.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Unusual bleeding or bruising.
Pain, itching, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed.
Sudden nausea or vomiting.
Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps.
Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body.
Fever.
Flexbumin interactions & what to avoid when taking Flexbumin
Make sure your doctor knows if you are using a steroid medicine such as dexamethasone, prednisolone, prednisone, or Medrol®. Tell your doctor if you also use corticotropins such as ACTH or H.P. ACTHAR®.
Some forms of this medicine may raise your blood sugar. This is especially important if you have diabetes and monitor your blood glucose levels. Talk with your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about this.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
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.
Flexbumin side effects - How does Flexbumin make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps.
Pain, itching, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed.
Unusual bleeding or bruising.
Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body.
Chest pain, shortness of breath, or coughing up blood.
Dizziness or fainting.
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fever.
Sudden nausea or vomiting.
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
Pinpoint red or purple spots under the skin
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
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
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
Less Serious Side Effects
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Rapid weight gain.
Pain in your joints.
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
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