Plasma protein fraction Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 24, 2023.
Applies to plasma protein fraction: parenteral solution for injection.
Side effects include:
Flushing, urticaria, nausea, headache, back pain.
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to plasma protein fraction: intravenous solution.
Cardiovascular
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Cardiac arrest, arrhythmia, tachycardia, thromboembolism, hypotension, hypertension, circulatory overload, circulatory collapse, flushing
Frequency not reported: Severe hypotension, chest pain, chest discomfort[Ref]
Dermatologic
Common (1% to 10%): Urticaria, pruritus
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Rash (erythematous), hyperhidrosis[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Nausea, vomiting
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Abdominal pain[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Back pain[Ref]
Nervous system
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypoesthesia
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Dizziness, paresthesia
Frequency not reported: Headache[Ref]
Hematologic
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Hemolytic anemia, hemorrhagic diathesis, citrate toxicity
Frequency not reported: Hyperfibrinolysis[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Anaphylaxis
Rare (less than 0.1%): Hypersensitivity[Ref]
Local
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Application site reaction[Ref]
Metabolic
Frequency not reported: Alkalosis[Ref]
Psychiatric
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Anxiety, agitation, restlessness[Ref]
Respiratory
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypoxia
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Respiratory failure, pulmonary hemorrhage, bronchospasm, pulmonary edema, dyspnea, respiratory disorder, oxygen saturation decreased
Frequency not reported: Tachypnea[Ref]
Other
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Pyrexia
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Chills, localized edema, malaise, antibody test positive[Ref]
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References
1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
2. (2013) "Product Information. Plasmanate (plasma protein fraction)." Bayer Pharmaceutical Inc
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