Increase in oncotic pressure in case of oncotic deficiency. Diluted as a 4-5% soln for iso-oncotic vol replacement w/ long-term effect. Therapy of albumin deficiency.
Patients w/ hypervolaemia, haemodilution, decompensated cardiac insufficiency, HTN, oesophageal varices, pulmonary oedema, haemorrhagic diathesis, severe anemia, renal & postrenal anuria. Assure adequate hydration. Monitor circulatory overload or hyperhydration, electrolyte balance. If large vol are to be replaced, ensure adequate substitution of other blood constituents (coagulation factor, electrolytes, platelets & erythrocytes). Do not dilute albumin soln w/ water for inj. Controlled Na diet.
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