Calfactant Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Calfactant, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Calfactant brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Calfactant

Pronunciation : Kal-FACK-tant

Therapeutic Classification : Lung Surfactants

Brand Names or Trade Names of Calfactant

International :

Infasurf

Why is Calfactant Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an intratracheal suspension, prescribed for the prevention of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in premature infants. Since it is similar to the natural fluid in the lungs, it helps in normal lung functions.

When should Calfactant not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Calfactant?

The recommended dose is 3 mL/kg birth weight. It has been administered every 12 hours for a total of up to 3 doses.

How should Calfactant be taken?

It comes as a suspension for intratracheal (introduced into the trachea) administration.

What are the warnings and precautions for Calfactant?

• It should be administered under the supervision of well-trained person.

• In some patients it may develop increased risk of intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) and periventricular leukomalacia (PVL).

What are the side effects of Calfactant?

Most Common- Blue baby, respiratory obstruction, slow heart rate, reflux of surfactant into the endotracheal tube and requirement for manual ventilation.
Respiratory- Shortness of breath, sepsis, air leaks in lungs, bleeding in the lungs, tissue death and further worsening of condition.