Albutein 25% Dosage

Dosage

Adjust the concentration, dosage and infusion rate of the albumin preparation to the patient's individual requirements

The dose required depends on the patient's body weight, severity of injury/illness and on continuing fluid and protein losses. Use adequacy of circulating blood volume, not plasma albumin levels, to determine the dose required.

Administration

Intravenous use only

• Some moisture or condensation may be observed in the protective overwrap. This is normal and does not affect the quality or safety of the albumin solution.
• Check the inner bag for any leaks prior to use by squeezing it firmly. If leaks are detected, discard the solution.
• ALBUTEIN 25% is a clear and slightly viscous solution. Visually inspect for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not use if the solution is turbid, if there is sediment in the container, or if the seal is broken.
• Warm product to room temperature before use if large volumes are administered.
• Do not add supplementary medication.
• Do not dilute with sterile water for injection. Acceptable diluents include 0.9% Sodium Chloride or 5% Dextrose in Water.
• ALBUTEIN 25% contains no preservatives. Once open, the product should be used within four hours. Discard unused portion.
• For single use. Any unused solution must be discarded.

CAUTION: Do not use bags in series connections. Such use could result in air embolism due to residual air being drawn from the primary bag before the administra­tion of the fluid from the secondary bag is complete.

1. After checking that protective overwrap is not damaged, remove it by tearing the slots at either end (refer to Figure 1).
   
   
2. Suspend the inner bag from the eyelet support (refer to Figure 2).
   
   
3. Holding the protective safety shield at the infusion port of the inner bag with one hand, use the free hand to exert light force to turn the twist-off opening about 90 degrees until it leaves the port (refer to Figure 3).
   
   
4. Attach either a non-vented or vented administration set (refer to Figure 4). Adjust the infusion rate to the individual circumstances and the indication. Refer to the complete directions of administration set used.