Lucinactant(loo sin ak’ tant)
Surfaxin
UNKNOWN
Drug class
Lung surfactant
Therapeutic Actions
Nonpyrogenic pulmonary surfactant containing lipids and peptides that reduce surface tension and all expansion of the alveoli; replaces the surfactant missing from the lungs of preterm infants
Indications
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Prevention of RDS in preterm infants at high risk for RDS
Contraindications and Cautions
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None known.
Available Forms
Suspension—8.5 mL/vial
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