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Albumin

A human blood-derived protein infusion used to restore blood volume and albumin levels.

Clinical information

Common uses

hypovolaemia (low blood volume)
cardiopulmonary bypass procedures
hypoalbuminaemia
plasma exchange

Common side effects

allergic-type (anaphylactoid) reactions

Cautions

not for severe anaemia or heart failure with normal volume
fluid overload possible — infusion rate adjusted
made from human blood — extremely remote infection risk

Interactions

must not be mixed with other medicinal products

Pregnancy: only if clearly needed

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, Albutein (albumin, human) label, setid a6ca2871-9a9d-4f03-a5ff-ddb28c6ff945 (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations2

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Albumin	Parenteral ( Injection )	0.1	—	hospital
Albumin	Parenteral ( Injection )	0.05	—	hospital