Is Gelofusine contraindicated in acute congestive cardiac failure?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Yes, Gelofusine is contraindicated in acute congestive cardiac failure.

Gelofusine EcobagB.Braun Medical · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 1Document updated 31 March 2025

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iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Yes, Gelofusine is contraindicated in acute congestive cardiac failure.

Gelofusine EcobagB.Braun Medical · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 1Document updated 31 March 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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