Octaplas Side Effects
Generic name: plasma protein fraction
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 22, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Octaplas.
Applies to plasma protein fraction: parenteral solution for injection Side Effects associated with plasma protein fraction. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Octaplas.
Applies to plasma protein fraction: parenteral solution for injection.
Side effects include:
Flushing, urticaria, nausea, headache, back pain.
For healthcare professionals
Applies to plasma protein fraction: intravenous solution.
Cardiovascular adverse events
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Cardiac arrest, arrhythmia, tachycardia, thromboembolism, hypotension, hypertension, circulatory overload, circulatory collapse, flushing
- Frequency not reported: Severe hypotension, chest pain, chest discomfort[Ref]
Dermatologic
- Common (1% to 10%): Urticaria, pruritus
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Rash (erythematous), hyperhidrosis[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Musculoskeletal
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Back pain[Ref]
Nervous system
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypoesthesia
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Dizziness, paresthesia
- Frequency not reported: Headache[Ref]
Hematologic
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Hemolytic anemia, hemorrhagic diathesis, citrate toxicity
- Frequency not reported: Hyperfibrinolysis[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Anaphylaxis
- Rare (less than 0.1%): Hypersensitivity[Ref]
Local
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Application site reaction[Ref]
Metabolic
Psychiatric
Respiratory
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypoxia
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Respiratory failure, pulmonary hemorrhage, bronchospasm, pulmonary edema, dyspnea, respiratory disorder, oxygen saturation decreased
- Frequency not reported: Tachypnea[Ref]
Other
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Pyrexia
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Chills, localized edema, malaise, antibody test positive[Ref]
References
1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
2. (2013) "Product Information. Plasmanate (plasma protein fraction)." Bayer Pharmaceutical Inc
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