Liposyn Iii - Fat Emulsions - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Liposyn Iii.
• WARNING: I.V. fat emulsions must be used with extreme caution in premature or low birth weight infants. Fats have been reported to build up in their lungs and fatalities have occurred. These infants must be carefully monitored when using IV fat emulsions.
• COMMON BRAND NAMES: Intralipid, Liposyn, Nutrilipid

Liposyn Iii Storage Instructions

• Store unopened containers at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Mixed fat emulsions should be refrigerated and used within 24 hours.
• Discard any unused medication after the expiration date.

Medicinal Applications

• Fats are used by the body as a source of calories needed to provide the energy and nutrients for various bodily functions.
• This medication is used in people who are unable to eat properly.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Possible Side Effects

• The most common side effect of intravenous nutrition is infection or irritation of the vein at the administration site (catheter).
• This should be reported to your doctor.
• Also report.

Usage Instructions

• Allow all bags or bottles to warm to room temperature before using.
• This nutritional supplement is administered intravenously as directed by a certified health care professional.
• It is infused over a predetermined time period stated on the bottle.

Liposyn Iii Miscellaneous Notes

• Make sure needles, tubing, and supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly.
• The special tubing supplied for fat emulsion must never contain a filter.
• Do not use any bottle in which a separation of the emulsion has occurred.
• Check all expiration dates and keep all bags or bottles in proper sequence.
• Notify your doctor if you have allergies to eggs or soybean.
• Your nutritional status will be closely monitored.
• Based on this your formula may need to be changed to accommodate your nutritional needs.

Read Before Using Liposyn Iii (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing conditions, such as.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and contact your doctor to establish a new dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.