Introduction

Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml is used to treat blood volume loss. It works by replacing the body fluids lost due to excessive trauma, bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis. Thus, it is helpful in treating low blood albumin levels.\n\n Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not take it if you have any known allergy from this injection. Before taking it, inform the doctor you are suffering from any severe heart disease.\n\nYour doctor may check your blood pressure and ask you to get regular blood tests done while you are using this injection. The most common side effects include flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), nausea and fever.\n\nInform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or suffering from kidney diseases as a dose adjustment may be required. This injection is safe to use in patients suffering from liver diseases.

Uses of Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml

Nephrotic syndrome

Side effects of Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml

Vomiting
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Fever
Nausea
Chills
Hives
Slow heart rate

How to use Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml works

Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml contains human albumin, a natural protein in blood. It works by replacing the blood or body fluids lost due to excessive bleeding, surgery, or kidney dialysis.

What if you forget to take Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml?

If you miss a dose of Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml, please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

It is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a medical professional.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a skin rash, itching, breathing difficulties, swelling of face and changes in heartbeat while using this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you have history of severe anemia (lack of red blood cells), or severe heart failure.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE – Driving: Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Plasbumin-20 Albumin (Human) 20% USP Grifols 50ml is recommended.