Medicine information GELOFUSINE 4g / 100ml solution for infusion

Product code:
W01736002
Quantity:
10
Pack volume:
500ml
Indicated for:
hypovolemia; plasma volume expansion
Route of administration:
infusion
Substance:
gelatine (plasma expander)
ATC
B05AA06 — Blood and blood forming organs | Blood and related products | Blood substitutes and plasma protein fractions
Gelatin is an animal-derived protein used in different medical preparations. Modified gelatin solutions are infused to temporarily replace circulating volume after selected fluid or blood losses. They do not carry oxygen and do not replace red blood cells. Separately, absorbable gelatin sponges help control local bleeding during surgery.

Healthcare staff choose and administer the intravenous solution according to circulatory status and available alternatives. Blood pressure, pulse, urine output, electrolytes and clotting are monitored. Haemostatic sponges serve a different purpose and must not be placed inside blood vessels. Food gelatin cannot replace either sterile medical product.

Nausea, rash and allergic reactions can occur, sometimes severe, including anaphylactic shock. Excess infusion volumes may overload the circulation and dilute clotting factors, increasing bleeding. Particular care is needed with kidney disease, heart failure or clotting disorders.

Immediately report widespread itching, hives, facial swelling, throat tightness, shortness of breath or fainting. Tell the team about allergy to gelatin or red meat, or alpha-gal syndrome, before administration: some solutions are contraindicated in these situations. Mention pregnancy and all treatments. Do not self-administer injectable gelatin products.

General data about GELOFUSINE 4g / 100ml

Substance:
gelatine
Date of latest medicines list:
01-10-2026
Product code:
W01736002
Strength:
4g / 100ml
Pharmaceutical form:
solution for infusion
Pack volume:
500ml
Product type:
Generic medicine
Price:
188.62 RON
Prescription status:
P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.

Marketing authorisation

Manufacturer:
B. BRAUN MELSUNGEN AG - ELVETIA
Holder:
B. BRAUN MELSUNGEN AG - GERMANIA
Number:
4899/2012/01
Shelf life:
3 years-after packaging for sale; after the first opening-use immediately

Strengths available for gelatine

  • 3g/100ml
  • 40mg/ml
  • 4g/100ml

Official documents

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Source institution
ANMDMR
Document language
Romanian