Manufacturer: Medispan Ltd
Salt Composition : Amino Acids(5% w/v)
Albumed Infusion is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Take it in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The full course of treatment should be completed as per prescription. This medicine may also cause metabolic and liver disorders, that is why it is important to undergo regular clinical evaluations and laboratory tests (blood and urine) to know the effects and side effects of this medicine on your organs. Before initiating this treatment, you must consult your doctor if you have any health conditions or your ongoing medications. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should only take this medicine if advised by the doctor.
Exogenously administered albumin increases the oncotic pressure of the intravascular system, pulling fluids from the interstitial space, thereby decreasing edema and increasing the circulating blood volume.
The catabolism of amino acids, except those with branched chains, starts in the liver. The amine group is separated and incorporated into urea. The carbon skeletons can be oxidized to CO2 and H2O or used for gluconeogenesis and ketogenesis.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Albumed
Folic acid deficiency
Chills
Fever
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Increased sweating
Metabolic disorder
Vomiting
Liver damage
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Amino Acid is contraindicated in patients with anuria, inborn errors of amino acid metabolism, especially those involving branched chain amino acid metabolism such as Maple Syrup Urine Disease and Isovaleric Acidemia, or hypersensitivity to one or more amino acids present in the solution.
Albumed Infusion 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.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Albumed Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Albumed Infusion should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Fluid resuscitation (should not be used as first line treatment – use crystalloids first)
Significant hypoalbuminemia.
Nephrotic syndrome.
Therapeutic plasma exchange.
Cardiothoracic surgery as a pump prime for cardiopulmonary bypass.
Amino Acid side chains can form ionic bonds, and polar amino acids are capable of forming hydrogen bonds. Hydrophobic side chains interact with each other via weak van der Waals interactions. The vast majority of bonds formed by these side chains are noncovalent.
Kindly do not self-administer.
Store below 30°C
Albumed Infusion is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
It is to be given by a doctor or nurse and should never be self-administered.
Your doctor will ask you to get routine blood and urine tests while taking Albumed Infusion.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding before this medicine is injected.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Q. Is Albumed Infusion safe?
Albumed Infusion is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Are amino acids good for you?
Amino acids, often referred to as the building blocks of proteins, play many critical roles in your body. It helps in the growth and improves the strength of muscles, provides energy, regulates mood, and maintains healthy skin, hair, and nails. Hence, you must include foods that provide you with amino acids. In case your diet fails to provide you, taking Albumed Infusion can help.
Q. Is Albumed Infusion bad for the liver?
Yes, excess intake of amino acids can lead to liver damage or cause fatty liver disease. Consult your doctor for more information.
Q. What are some of the natural sources of amino acids?
Meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, fish, beans, nuts, and whole grains are some of the natural sources of amino acids.
