Product introduction

Haemaccel Infusion is a combination of three medicines. It is given as a short-term fluid replacement after trauma.
 

Haemaccel Infusion works by replenishing the body’s fluid and electrolytes. This injection should be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not self administer this injection.

Some common side effects of this medicine can be injection site reactions such as redness, pain or swelling. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any other health conditions may be required. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised not to consume alcohol after taking this medicine.

Uses of Haemaccel Infusion

• Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Benefits of Haemaccel Infusion

In Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Haemaccel Infusion contains calcium chloride, sodium chloride and potassium chloride that protect the patient from dehydration and electrolyte disorders after any trauma or injury. Appropriate fluid replacement is very essential to restore normal brain activity and other vital functions of the body to promote healing as well as speedy recovery.

Side effects of Haemaccel Infusion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Haemaccel

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Haemaccel Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Haemaccel Infusion works

Haemaccel Infusion is a combination of three mineral salts. Calcium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, and Sodium Chloride work together to replenish the body's fluid and electrolytes. This is how it works to treat dehydration in cases of trauma.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Haemaccel Infusion. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Haemaccel Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Haemaccel Infusion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

NOT RELEVANT

Not relevant, as Haemaccel Infusion is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

Kidney

CAUTION

Haemaccel Infusion should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Haemaccel Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Haemaccel Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Haemaccel Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Haemaccel Infusion?

If you missed a dose of Haemaccel Infusion, consult your doctor.

Quick tips

• Haemaccel Infusion is used to provide your body with extra water and electrolytes (salt). It is used when a patient is not able to drink enough liquids or when additional fluids are needed after any surgery or trauma.
• It should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, hypokalemia (low potassium), peripheral edema (swelling in the arms, feet, or legs), or pulmonary edema (when fluids build up in the lungs).
• Your blood sugar level will be monitored regularly while taking Haemaccel Infusion.
• Haemaccel Infusion is used to provide your body with extra water and electrolytes (salt). It is used when a patient is not able to drink enough liquids or when additional fluids are needed after any surgery or trauma.
• It should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, hypokalemia (low potassium), peripheral edema (swelling in the arms, feet, or legs), or pulmonary edema (when fluids build up in the lungs).
• Your blood sugar level will be monitored regularly while taking Haemaccel Infusion.

Fact Box

Habit Forming:

No

Therapeutic Class:

OPHTHAL