Human Albumin Kedrion

Human Albumin Kedrion is a sterile human albumin solution for injection supplied as an intravenous colloid plasma volume expander. The product contains purified human albumin protein in a sterile aqueous solution, marketed in the European Union and available by prescription only. It is used to increase plasma oncotic pressure and restore intravascular volume in clinical situations such as hypovolemia, shock, burns, and hypoalbuminemia or related conditions.

Human Albumin Kedrion is indicated for clinical situations that require rapid plasma volume expansion and correction of low serum albumin levels.

- Treatment of hypovolemia due to blood loss, dehydration, or sepsis. - Management of circulatory shock when fluid resuscitation is needed. - Support of patients with extensive burns to maintain intravascular volume. - Correction of hypoalbuminemia associated with liver disease, nephrotic syndrome, or malnutrition. - Adjunctive therapy during major surgery or trauma to reduce edema.

Adverse reactions to Human Albumin Kedrion are generally related to the infusion process or the protein nature of the product.

Common: - Fever or chills - Headache - Nausea or vomiting

Serious: - Anaphylactic or severe allergic reaction - Volume overload leading to pulmonary edema - Thromboembolic events

Before administering Human Albumin Kedrion, clinicians should evaluate patient-specific factors that may increase the risk of complications.

- Known hypersensitivity to human albumin or any component of the solution. - Pre‑existing cardiac failure or severe pulmonary edema. - Renal impairment or oliguria. - Active bleeding or uncontrolled coagulopathy. - Pregnancy and lactation status, as safety data are limited. - Ongoing fluid overload or hypervolemia. - Need for regular monitoring of serum albumin and fluid balance.

Potential drug interactions should be considered when prescribing Human Albumin Kedrion.

Avoid: - Concurrent administration of other colloid plasma expanders (e.g., hydroxyethyl starch). - High‑dose diuretics that may exacerbate volume depletion.

Use with caution: - Anticoagulants (warfarin, heparin) due to potential bleeding risk. - ACE inhibitors or ARBs because of additive hypotensive effect. - Vasopressors, as volume status may alter response.