HETASTARCH (Hextend) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

HETASTARCH

What is the Trade Name for HETASTARCH?

Hextend

What are the Indications for HETASTARCH?

  • INDICATIONS AND USAGE HEXTEND (6% Hetastarch in Lactated Electrolyte Injection) is indicated in the treatment of hypovolemia when plasma volume expansion is desired in settings where adequate alternative treatment is unavailable. It is not a substitute for blood or plasma.

 

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