Leaflet EXTRANEAL 7.5% peritoneal dialysis solution
- Product code:
- W57679001
- Indicated for:
- peritoneal dialysis
- Route of administration:
- peritoneal dialysis
- Substance:
- icodextrin (osmotic agent)
- ATC
- B05DA — Blood and blood forming organs | Peritoneal dialytics | Isotonic solutions
Icodextrin is a solution used in peritoneal dialysis for patients with chronic renal failure. It works by creating an osmotic gradient that helps remove excess fluids and toxins from the body.
The medication is administered into the peritoneal cavity, as directed by a doctor, and requires careful monitoring to prevent complications.
Side effects may include abdominal pain, bloating, skin rash, or peritoneal infections. In rare cases, severe allergic reactions may occur.
Icodextrin is not recommended for patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or conditions contraindicating peritoneal dialysis.
The medication is administered into the peritoneal cavity, as directed by a doctor, and requires careful monitoring to prevent complications.
Side effects may include abdominal pain, bloating, skin rash, or peritoneal infections. In rare cases, severe allergic reactions may occur.
Icodextrin is not recommended for patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or conditions contraindicating peritoneal dialysis.
General data about EXTRANEAL 7.5%
- Substance:
- icodextrin
- Product code:
- W57679001
- Concentration:
- 7.5%
- Pharmaceutical form:
- peritoneal dialysis solution
- Packing volume:
- 1500ml
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- S — Medicines dispensed with a restricted medical prescription, reserved for use in certain specialized fields.
Pharmaceutical forms available for icodextrin
Concentrations available for icodextrin
- 7.5%