About soya bean oil refined
Intravenous lipid emulsion
Used for
- Provides calories and essential fatty acids in parenteral nutrition when nutrition by mouth or tube is insufficient.
Usual adult dose
Individualized by nutritional needs and tolerance; commonly 1–2 g fat/kg/day, infused intravenously.
Usual dose in children
Individualized by age, weight, and nutrition needs; commonly 1–3 g fat/kg/day in children.
Common side effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fever or chills
- Raised blood fats
- Infusion-site reactions
Important warnings
- For intravenous infusion under healthcare supervision only.
- Monitor blood fats, liver function, blood counts, and signs of infection.
- Use cautiously with soy or egg allergy, impaired fat clearance, or severe liver disease.
- Excessive infusion can cause fat-overload syndrome, including breathing problems and organ dysfunction.
Pregnancy
May be used when parenteral nutrition is needed; clinical assessment and monitoring are required.
Breastfeeding
May be used when parenteral nutrition is needed; clinical assessment and monitoring are required.
Interactions
- Anticoagulants such as warfarin: monitor clotting, as vitamin K may affect response.
- Other intravenous lipid products increase total fat exposure.
- Some medicines may be incompatible when mixed in the same infusion.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.