Hydroxyethyl Starch
- Generic Name
- Hydroxyethyl Starch
- Brand Names
- Hespan, Hextend, Volulyte, Voluven
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- -
- CAS Number
- 9005-27-0
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 875Y4127EA
- Background
Hydroxyethyl starch (HES/HAES) is a nonionic starch derivative. Hydroxyethyl starches (HES) are synthetic colloids commonly used for fluid resuscitation to replace intravascular volume.
HES is a general term and can be sub-classified according to average molecular weight, molar substitution, concentration, C2/C6 ratio and Maximum Daily Dose.
- Indication
An intravenous solution of hydroxyethyl starch is used to prevent shock following severe blood loss caused by trauma, surgery, or other issues.
- Associated Conditions
- Hypovolaemia
- Associated Therapies
- Granulocyte yield increase
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