Information about Calfactant

Generic Name : Calfactant
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Calfactant are provided here.

Pronunciation : Kal-FACK-tant

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Calfactant, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Therapeutic Classification : Lung Surfactants

Trade Names/Brand 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.