Vetstarch

Vetstarch

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Uses

VetStarch™ (6% hydroxyethyl starch 130/0.4 in 0.9% sodium chloride injection) is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of hypovolemia. It is not a substitute for red blood cells or coagulation factors in plasma.

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Other Information

VetStarch™ (6% hydroxyethyl starch 130/0.4 in 0.9% sodium chloride injection) is a clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow, sterile, non-pyrogenic, isotonic solution for intravenous administration using sterile equipment.

Each 100 mL of the solution contains:

 Hydroxyethyl Starch 130/0.4   6 g
 Sodium Chloride USP in Water for Injection USP   900 mg
 pH adjusted with Sodium Hydroxide USP or Hydrochloric Acid USP

Electrolytes (mEq/L): Sodium 154, Chloride 154, pH 4 to 5.5. Calculated osmolarity 308 mOsmol/L. The hydroxyethyl starch contained in VetStarch is a synthetic colloid for use in plasma volume replacement. The chemical name of hydroxyethyl starch is poly(O-2-hydroxyethyl) starch. The structural formula of hydroxyethyl starch is:

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VetStarch is packaged in 250 mL and 500 mL flexible plastic containers made from coextruded polyolefin and is free of PVC, plasticizers, adhesives or latex (Non-DEHP, Latex-free). The container offers an air-closed system and can be used with nonvented IV sets which prevent external air contamination. The container is collapsible and can be used in emergency cases for pressure infusion.

Vetstarch Manufacturers


  • Abbott Laboratories
    Vetstarch (Hydroxyethyl Starch 130/0.4 Substitution) Injection, Solution [Abbott Laboratories]

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