User:Mr. Ibrahem/Polygeline

Polygeline, sold under the brand name Haemaccel among others, is a type of intravenous colloid used to treat hypovolemic shock. This includes cases due to bleeding, fluid loss, and pancreatitis. It is given by injection into a vein.

Side effects may include anaphylaxis, with wheezing, low blood pressure, and hives; which occurs in about 0.8% of cases. It does not alter cross matching of blood. It may be used in people with kidney problems. It is made from gelatin from cow bones. It also contains sodium chloride, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride.

Polygeline was first made in 1962 by Schmidt-Thome. While used in Europe, it is not available in the United States. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines as an alternative to dextran 70. They are not very expensive as of 2005.