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Poractant Alfa
How Poractant Alfa works
Poractant Alfa is the surfactant given to premature babies to protect their lungs. The surfactant is a fatty substance that coats the inside or lining of the air sacs in the lungs. This coating prevents the air sacs from collapsing and sticking together when air leaves the lungs. The surfactant is produced by babies only after the 8th month of pregnancy.
Side Effects
Pnemothorax (accumulation of air or gas in the chest or pleural space), Brain haemorrhage, Chronic lung disease, Decreased oxygen level in blood, Infection
Usage
Poractant Alfa is used for respiratory distress syndrome.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Poractant Alfa?Poractant Alfa is a natural lung surfactant that lubricates the linings of the air spaces in lungs and prevents them from sticking together. It is effective in babies who have difficulty in breathing due to lack of enough surfactant in their lungs.
Q. What is Poractant Alfa?Poractant Alfa is a natural lung surfactant that lubricates the linings of the air spaces in lungs and prevents them from sticking together. It is effective in babies who have difficulty in breathing due to lack of enough surfactant in their lungs.
