Haemaccel 500ml Solution For Infusion

Haemaccel injection contains a combination of calcium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium chloride and polygeline. It is used as a short-term measure in fluid restoration or replacement due to blood loss, dehydration, or any trauma. Haemaccel injection will be given to you in the hospital or clinic by a doctor or nurse as an injection.

You should avoid self-injecting. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

Haemaccel injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely that you may get an overdose of this medicine. If you experience any other symptoms right after taking this injection, seek urgent medical help.

Missed a Dose

You will be monitored by the doctor or nurse as to when Haemaccel injection should be given to you. It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Haemaccel injection works by replenishing the body's fluid and electrolytes, thus improving your condition.

Directions for Use

• Haemaccel injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
• Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Haemaccel injection during pregnancy?

Haemaccel injection can be used during pregnancy only if your doctor thinks it is necessary after assessing the benefits of this medicine over risks. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning for a baby, before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Haemaccel injection while breastfeeding?

There is limited information about the effects of Haemaccel injection during breastfeeding, thus contact your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have been given Haemaccel injection?

There is limited information about the effects of Haemaccel injection on driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Haemaccel injection?

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol and Haemaccel injection, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of consuming alcohol regularly.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are suffering from heart problems like heart failure, high blood pressure, stroke, etc.
• You have problems with your lungs or kidneys.
• You develop an allergic reaction after using Haemaccel injection.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Haemaccel injection.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Indigestion
• Fever
• Skin reactions
• Injection site reactions such as pain or redness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Haemaccel injection works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat your heart problems like cardiac glycosides (Digoxin, Digitoxin, etc).

Storage and disposal

• Store Haemaccel injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
• Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Haemaccel injection?

Haemaccel injection is used as an immediate short-term measure in fluid restoration or replacement due to blood loss, dehydration, injury or trauma.

What should be discussed with my healthcare professional before I start the treatment with Haemaccel injection?

• Inform the doctor about your detailed medical & surgical history.
• Inform your doctor if you have heart, lung, liver or kidney disease.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby.
• Haemaccel injection may interact with other medicines, hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements or herbal products. Also, inform your doctor if you are stopping any medicine.

How do you administer Haemaccel?

Haemaccel injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.

What are the side effects of Haemaccel?

Nausea, vomiting, indigestion, fever, injection site reactions such as pain or redness are a few common side effects of Haemaccel infusion. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on your own. Also, everyone doesn't have to experience the same.

What is the dose of Haemaccel infusion?

The doctor will decide the specific dose for a specific duration depending on the underlying condition and the patient's response to the treatment.

What is Haemaccel?

Haemaccel injection is used as a short-term measure in fluid restoration or replacement due to blood loss, dehydration, or any trauma. It contains a combination of calcium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium chloride and polygeline, as its active ingredients.