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Kabiven Solution
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Amino Acids,electrolytes,dextrose And Lipid
Manufacturer : FRESENIUS KABI INDIA PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
1 Bag(s) Of 1440ml
Introduction to Kabiven Solution
Kabiven solutions contain active components called amino acids, electrolytes, dextrose, and lipids. It is a parenteral nutrition (PN) medication that provides nutritional support to patients who cannot receive oral nutrition. It is used to prevent essential fatty acid deficiency or to treat negative nitrogen balance in adult patients. It is used as part of a balanced intravenous diet, which can be given together with salts, trace elements, and vitamins. It helps to meet the complete nutritional needs of your body.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to eggs, soya, or peanuts before using the medicine. Inform your doctor if you have high cholesterol levels, lung, liver, kidney, and heart problems, diabetes, and blood disorders before starting the medicine. The safety and efficacy of the drug for children below two years of age has not been established.
Uses of Kabiven Solution
- Prevent essential fatty acid deficiency
- Treat negative nitrogen balance (increase excretion and decreased ingestion of nitrogen) in adult patients
- Helps to meet the complete nutritional
Therapeutic Effects of Kabiven Solution
Kabiven solution replenishes the nutrients and calories in the body. It provides essential and nonessential amino acids along with electrolytes and fatty acids.
The amino acids help in the protein synthesis and are utilized as a source of energy. The lipids help in the synthesis of fatty acids, which are important for energy production.
Interaction of Kabiven Solution with other drugs
Inform the doctor about your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Kabiven solutions, reducing effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Kabiven Solution
- Store at room temperature, between 25°C
- Keep away from moisture, heat, and light.
- It should not be frozen.
- Keep away from children and pets.
How to consume Kabiven Solution
Kabiven solutions are administered intravenously, infusing them into a vein. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition.
Safety Advices for Kabiven Solution
Pregnancy
There is not enough reliable information to know if kabiven solutions are safe to take during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Therefore, you must talk to your doctor before taking this medication if you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Kabiven solution should only be used during breastfeeding if the potential benefits outweigh the potential risks. Always consult a healthcare provider before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Lungs
Kabiven solution have not been specifically studied in patients with lung disease. However, you must consult your healthcare provider before taking this medication if you have lung disease.
Liver
If you have liver disease, you should talk to your doctor before taking kabiven solution.
Alcohol
Alcohol can interact with kabiven solutions and increase the risk of side effects such as liver problems and fluid overload. It is not safe to use this medication with alcohol.
Driving
Kabiven solution can cause side effects such as drowsiness and fatigue. It is not safe to take this medication while driving.
Side Effects of Kabiven Solution
Kabiven solutions cause some side effects like all medications, although not everyone will experience them.
Serious:
- Allergic reactions
Common:
- Rise in the body temperature (Pyrexia)
- Nausea
- Hypertension
- Vomiting
Word of Advice
Your doctor will be advised to monitor the liver function test and blood test while taking the kabiven solution to avoid complications caused by the drug. Drink plenty of water and take electrolytes to tackle the water loss caused by the drug. It is recommended to check your blood pressure level before using the medicine.
FAQs
Q 1. Can I take kabiven solutions if I am allergic to eggs, soy, or peanuts?
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to eggs, soya, or peanuts before using the medicine; It may cause some allergic reactions in individuals who are allergic to the ingredients present in them. Consult your doctor for further details.
Q 2. Should I monitor my blood and liver function while taking kabiven solutions?
Your doctor will be advised to monitor the liver function and blood tests while taking the kabiven solutions to avoid complications caused by the drug.
Q 3. Can I take kabiven solution If I have hypertension?
It is recommended to check your blood pressure level before using the medicine. Consult your doctor for further details.
Q 4. Can I give a kabiven solution to children? Is it safe for children?
The safety and efficacy of the kabiven solution for children below two years of age has not been established.
Q 5. Is there any information I need to tell my doctor before taking the kabiven solution?
Inform your doctor if you have high cholesterol levels, lung, liver, kidney, and heart problems, diabetes, and blood disorders before starting the medicine.
Fact Box of Kabiven Solution
Molecule name: Amino acids + electrolytes + dextrose + lipid | Therapeutic class: Nutritional support |
Pharmacological class: Parenteral nutrition (PN) | Indications: 1. Prevent essential fatty acid deficiency 2. Treat negative nitrogen balance in adult patients 3. Helps to meet the complete nutritional |
References
- Fresenius Kabi, Manufacturer, [Revised on June 2023] [Accessed on 29th Dec 2023], https://www.freseniuskabinutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/US-PH-Kabiven-FK-451206F-PI.pdf
- Fresenius Kabi Ltd., [Revised on Jun 2015] [Accessed on 15th Aug 2023], https://www.hpra.ie/img/uploaded/swedocuments/2155295.PA0566_003_001.fc4ccc71-7356-40a4-9b3c-9cff6612bc13.000001ProductLeaflet.150622.pdf
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