Albumin (Human) Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- ALBUMIN (HUMAN)
- QTY 50
- 25 %
- IV SOLN
- Near 90009

ALBUMIN (al BYOO min) treats low blood volume, which may occur with severe dehydration or bleeding. It works by increasing blood volume so your heart can pump blood to the rest of your body. It may also be used to treat low albumin levels caused by surgery, infection, or other health conditions. Albumin is a protein that helps your body balance the level of fluid in your blood vessels. This helps maintain a healthy blood pressure and prevents swelling or edema.

ALBUMIN (HUMAN) Information

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ALBUMIN (al BYOO min) treats low blood volume, which may occur with severe dehydration or bleeding. It works by increasing blood volume so your heart can pump blood to the rest of your body. It may also be used to treat low albumin levels caused by surgery, infection, or other health conditions. Albumin is a protein that helps your body balance the level of fluid in your blood vessels. This helps maintain a healthy blood pressure and prevents swelling or edema.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
This medication is infused into a vein. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be given to children for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Heart failure—shortness of breath, swelling of the ankles, feet, or hands, sudden weight gain, unusual weakness or fatigue
-Increase in blood pressure
-Shortness of breath or trouble breathing, cough, unusual weakness or fatigue, blue skin or lips
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Flushing
-Headache
-Nausea

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.