Description

Human Albumin Biotest 20% Solution – Uses, Composition, Dosage & Storage

Human Albumin Biotest 20% is a sterile plasma protein solution used to restore and maintain circulating blood volume in patients with blood or fluid loss. It is widely used in emergency care, surgery, trauma, and other medical conditions that require rapid blood volume replacement.

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Key Features

• ✅ Contains 200 g/L total protein (at least 96% human albumin)

• ✅ Helps restore and stabilize blood volume & circulation

• ✅ Replenishes lost fluids after bleeding, surgery, burns, or trauma

• ✅ Safe, latex-free packaging with no preservatives

• ✅ Used as a plasma substitute and a versatile excipient in medical treatments

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Composition

Each vial of Human Albumin Biotest 20% contains:

• Human Albumin (≥ 96% of total protein)

• Sodium Caprylate (stabilizer)

• Sodium Chloride (maintains tonicity)

• N-acetyltryptophanate (stabilizer)

• Water for injections

Appearance: Clear, slightly viscous, almost colorless to pale yellow, amber, or green solution.

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Medical Uses

Human Albumin Biotest 20% is indicated for:

• Restoring and maintaining circulating blood volume

• Treating hypovolemia caused by blood loss, surgery, or trauma

• Supporting patients with severe burns or shock

• Replenishing plasma proteins and fluids in critical care settings

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Dosage & Administration

⚠️ Must be given intravenously under medical supervision only.

• Dosage depends on patient’s weight, clinical condition, and fluid/protein loss

• Use circulating volume measures, not plasma albumin levels, to determine dose

• Typical infusion rate: 1–2 mL/min for 20% solution

• Do not dilute with water for injections (risk of red blood cell damage)

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Side Effects & Precautions

Possible adverse reactions include:

• Hypersensitivity or allergic reactions

• Hypervolemia (fluid overload) if not monitored

• Rare infusion-related reactions

⚠️ Patients must be monitored closely during infusion to avoid complications.

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Storage Instructions

• Store at 2°C–8°C (refrigerated)

• Do not freeze

• Keep in original carton, protected from light

• Use immediately after opening; discard any unused portion

• Do not store above 25°C

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Why Choose Human Albumin Biotest 20%?

• Manufactured by Biotest Pharma with strict quality standards

• Long history of clinical use worldwide

• Safe, effective plasma substitute in life-saving treatments

• Available in Pakistan from authorized pharmacies & distributors