Albumex 20 (Albumin 20%) Stability

Indications

• Hypoproteinaemia in acutely ill patient
• Shock
• Burns
• Adult respiratory distress syndrome
• Haemodialysis
• Plasmas exchange

Stability

• According to the Product Information, Albumex 20 contains no antimicrobial preservative, and must therefore, be used immediately after opening the bottle.
• If the product has been stored in the refrigerator, it should be allowed to reach room temperature before administration.
• As there are no data available regarding the length of time the product is suitable for use after opening the bottle, from a microbial perspective the product should be administered according to directions immediately after opening, until the infusion is complete.
• Any unused solution should be discarded appropriately.
• The stability profile of this product supports a shelf life storage of 4 years at <30℃.

References:

CSL Behring, Albumex 20 Product Leaflet, March 2015