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Poractant alfa

Latest prescription information about Poractant alfa. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Poractant alfa
Pronunciation : pore-ACK-tant AL-fuh
Trade Name(s): 
International-Curosurf.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is a surface-active lipoprotein, prescribed for respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in premature infants.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Contraindicated in patients with anemia, acidity, chills, low blood sugar and hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category N : Not yet classified.


When it is to be taken : 
The initial recommended dose is 2.5 mL/kg birth weight.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a suspension for intratracheal administration.
Special Instruction : 
* Frequent clinical and laboratory assessments should be given to infants while using this medication.
* Trained and experienced healthcare professionals should only administer it.
* Patient should be treated for anemia, low sugar and chills before the start of the treatment.
Side Effects : 
Complication of premature babies- Slow heart rate, low blood pressure, respiratory blockage and shortness of breath.
Miscellaneous- Pneumonia, stroke, respiratory tract inflammation/infection, sepsis and congenital heart disorder.
Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it in refrigerator (2 to 8°C); Do not freeze it.

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