Tag: Human serum albumin

Approved by the FDA in 2009, Dysport® is a widely used injectable neuromodulator [1.2.1]. But what is Dysport made up of? This treatment's formulation is centered on a purified protein derived from the bacterium *Clostridium botulinum* [1.2.2].

According to the American Society for Apheresis, therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE), also known as plasmapheresis, is a medical procedure used to treat a variety of autoimmune and hematologic conditions by removing harmful substances from the blood. To prevent hypotension and maintain fluid balance, the removed plasma must be replaced with a suitable **substitute for plasma in plasmapheresis**. The choice of this replacement fluid is a critical medical decision based on the patient's specific diagnosis and clinical needs.