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Albuked 5 Side Effects

Generic name: albumin human

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 8, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Albuked 5.

Applies to albumin human: intravenous solution Side Effects associated with albumin human. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Albuked 5.

Applies to albumin human: intravenous solution.

Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check your or your child's progress closely while receiving the medicine to make sure it is working properly. Blood and urine tests are needed to check for unwanted effects.

This medicine may cause a serious allergic reaction, called anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a rash, itching, hoarseness, trouble breathing or swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth after receiving this medicine.

This medicine may cause too much fluid in the blood (hypervolemia or hemodilution), which may lead to heart, blood vessel, or lung overload (swelling). Check with your doctor right away if you or your child has a headache, troubled breathing, chest pain or tightness, a bulging jugular vein, lightheadedness, or dizziness.

Check with your doctor right away if you or your child has bloody urine, blurred vision, change in the ability to see colors, especially blue or yellow, chest pain or discomfort, headache, irregular breathing or heartbeat, lower back or side pain, nausea, swelling of the face, fingers, or lower legs, troubled breathing, unusual tiredness or weakness, or vomiting.

This medicine is made from donated human blood. Some human blood products have transmitted certain viruses to people who have received them, although the risk is low. Human donors and donated blood are both tested for viruses to keep the transmission risk low. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about this risk.

Serious side effects of Albuked 5

Along with its needed effects, albumin human (the active ingredient contained in Albuked 5) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking albumin human:

More common side effects

  • blue lips and fingernails
  • chest pain
  • cough
  • coughing that sometimes produces a pink frothy sputum
  • difficult, fast, noisy breathing
  • difficulty swallowing
  • dizziness
  • fast heartbeat
  • hives, itching, skin rash
  • increased sweating
  • pale skin
  • puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  • swelling in the legs and ankles
  • tightness in the chest
  • unusual tiredness or weakness

Incidence not known

  • blurred vision
  • chest discomfort
  • chills
  • confusion
  • dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
  • fainting
  • fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
  • fever
  • headache
  • nausea
  • pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
  • sweating
  • vomiting

Other side effects of Albuked 5

Some side effects of albumin human may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known

  • feeling of warmth
  • loss of or change in taste
  • redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest

For healthcare professionals

Applies to albumin human: intravenous solution.

Dermatologic adverse events

Dermatologic side effects have included urticaria, skin rash, pruritus, edema, and erythema.[Ref]

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included headache, chills, and febrile reactions.[Ref]

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included hypotension.[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea, vomiting and increased salivation.[Ref]

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included bronchospasm.[Ref]

See also:

References

1. (2008) "Product Information. Albuminar-25 (albumin human)." CSL Behring LLC

Further information

Albuked 5 side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.