About hydroxyethyl starch
Colloid plasma volume expander
Used for
- Short-term plasma volume replacement for acute blood loss when crystalloids alone are insufficient.
Usual adult dose
Dose varies by product and clinical situation; use the lowest amount for the shortest time, under close medical supervision.
Common side effects
- Itching
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fluid overload
- Kidney injury
Important warnings
- Can cause serious kidney injury, bleeding, and increased risk of death in critically ill patients.
- Avoid in sepsis, burns, critical illness, kidney impairment, or existing fluid overload.
- Use only when clinically necessary, with monitoring of kidney function, fluid balance, and blood clotting.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly necessary; safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Safety information is limited; use only when clearly necessary.
Interactions
- May increase bleeding risk with anticoagulants or medicines that affect blood clotting.
- Other medicines that can harm the kidneys may increase kidney injury risk.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.