Volulyte TM
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Active ingredients: hydroxyethyl starch 130/0.4 + sodium chloride + sodium acetate + potassium chloride + magnesium chloride
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VOLULYTE 6% hydroxyethyl starch 130/0.4 in a balanced electrolyte solution 6% solution for infusion 500 mL freeflex bagDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypovolaemia due to acute blood loss when crystalloids alone are not considered sufficient. The use of Volulyte is not a substitute for the appropriate use of packed red blood cells or fresh frozen plasma.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous Infusion
- Volulyte (HES 130/0.4 in a balanced electrolyte solution) is a clear to slightly opalescent solution, colourless to slightly yellow.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- cartons containing 15 and 20 500 mL bags pack
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
