Albucel 20%

Albucel 20% is a prescription intravenous infusion containing Human Albumin 20 g/100 mL, shown as an Intas product. It is manufactured from human plasma and is mainly used in hospital settings to help restore or maintain blood/plasma volume in selected conditions such as hypovolemia, shock, burns, hypoproteinemia, ascites, dialysis-related hypotension, and acute liver failure, depending on the doctor’s treatment plan. Tiny bottle, massive ICU-level seriousness.  The official Albucel leaflet states that each 100 mL contains 20 g of human albumin and is a sterile albumin solution prepared from adult human venous plasma.

Composition:

Human Albumin – 20 g / 100 mL
Human Albumin IP 20% Solution

Key Information:

Brand Name: Albucel
Strength: 20%
Active Ingredient: Human Albumin
Dosage Form: Solution for intravenous infusion
Medicine Type: Plasma volume expander / Human plasma-derived protein solution
Manufacturer/Brand Shown: Intas
Common Use: Plasma volume restoration and low albumin support
Administration: Intravenous infusion only
Category: Prescription medicine
Pack Size: 100 mL

How It Works:

Albucel 20% works by increasing the colloid osmotic pressure in the blood, helping draw fluid into the circulation and support plasma volume. Albumin also acts as a transport protein in the bloodstream. The official leaflet notes that albumin contributes heavily to plasma osmotic pressure and may expand circulating plasma volume when infused.

Potential Indications:

• Hypovolemic shock
• Blood volume loss due to trauma or surgery
• Severe burns
• Hypoproteinemia with or without edema
• Ascites related to liver disease
• Dialysis-related hypotension or hypovolemia
• Acute liver failure support
• Neonatal hemolytic disease, as directed by a specialist

Dosage & Storage:

Use only as directed by a qualified healthcare professional.
This medicine should be administered intravenously only by trained medical staff.
Do not self-administer.
Store below 30°C, do not freeze, and protect from light. The opened container should not be used after 4 hours, and any remaining portion should be discarded.
Keep out of reach of children.

Important Safety Information:

Albucel 20% should be used carefully under medical supervision, especially in patients with heart failure, kidney problems, severe anemia, hypertension, pulmonary edema, dehydration, or risk of fluid overload. The official leaflet warns that rapid infusion may cause circulatory overload and pulmonary edema.

Possible side effects may include:

• Fever or chills
• Skin rash or itching
• Flushing
• Nausea or vomiting
• Headache
• Low or high blood pressure
• Breathing difficulty
• Swelling or fluid overload
• Rare allergic or anaphylactic reaction

Because this product is made from human plasma, donor screening and viral inactivation steps are used to reduce infection risk, but plasma-derived products may still carry a very small theoretical risk of transmitting infectious agents.

Label Verification:

Please double-check the physical product label before listing or use, including product name, strength, active ingredient, manufacturer details, batch number, expiry date, storage instructions, dosage directions, route of administration, and packaging information.

General Information Disclaimer:

The information provided here is for general educational and product-identification purposes only. It should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication regimen.