Prescription Required
This medicine is used in the treatment of hyperalimentation (artificial supply of nutrients) and in the supply of polyunsaturated essential fatty acids as part of complete parenteral (administration in the body other than mouth and alimentary canal) nutrition.
Patients administered with this medication may experience headache, dizziness (feeling of being sleepy), flushing (temporary redness), nausea (feeling like vomiting), vomiting, and sweating. Contact prescriber immediately if any of the following unlikely symptoms occur: persistent fever, sore throat, pain/swelling/redness at injection site, pain/swelling/redness of arms and legs, bluish skin, sudden weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, mood changes, bone pain, muscle weakness, yellowing of skin/eyes, dark urine, easy bleeding, and severe stomach pain.
This medicine should only be used in a pregnant female when necessary.
There is no data available regarding the risk of this medicine in a lactating female, therefore, be cautious, and consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Patients that are allergic to eggs, soy, or safflower oil should stay cautious. It is recommended to tell your doctor your complete medical history especially of severe liver disease, kidney disease, lung disease, anemia (lack of red blood cells in blood), and blood clotting disorder before using this medication. Patients that have high fat levels in the blood are not recommended to use this medication. This medication should only be prescribed to an elderly patient after assessing the risks and benefits of using it thoroughly as it may cause bone pain and mood changes in elderly.
This medicine is contraindicated in patients that are allergic to soy.
What are the ingredients in this medicine?
LIpofundin infusion contains Alpha-tocopherol, egg lecithin, glycerol, medium-chain triglycerides, and soybean oil as active ingredients.
Can this medicine be given alone?
Lipofundin infusions are always given together with sufficient amount of amino acids and carbohydrates.
Is lipofundin contraindicated?
This medication is contraindicated in patients demonstrating disturbances in normal fat metabolism.
What is the dosage of lipofundin?
The recommended dosage for adults is 1-2gm fat/kg body weight/day.
How to store lipofundin?
Store this medication in a carton in order to protect it from light. Do not freeze this medication either.
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