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Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4

Rigshospitalet, Denmark · FDA-approved active Small molecule ✓ Verified Jun 2026

Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 is a Synthetic colloid volume expander Small molecule drug developed by Rigshospitalet, Denmark. It is currently FDA-approved for Acute blood loss and hypovolemia requiring volume replacement in perioperative and critical care settings.

Hydroxyethylstarch (HES) 130/0.4 is a synthetic colloid that expands intravascular volume by increasing plasma oncotic pressure and fluid retention in the bloodstream.

Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0.4 is a type of colloid solution used in medical settings. It is not a small molecule, as per ChEMBL, but its exact modality is not specified in the provided facts.

At a glance

Generic nameHydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4
SponsorRigshospitalet, Denmark
Drug classSynthetic colloid volume expander
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCritical Care / Anesthesia
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

HES 130/0.4 is a third-generation synthetic colloid composed of hydroxyethyl-substituted amylopectin with a mean molecular weight of 130 kDa and degree of substitution of 0.4. It functions as a volume expander by remaining in the intravascular space longer than crystalloids, thereby maintaining oncotic pressure and improving hemodynamic stability. The notation 130/0.4 indicates its molecular weight and substitution ratio, which influence its pharmacokinetic profile and clinical efficacy.

Approved indications

Common side effects

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Frequently asked questions about Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4

What is Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4?

Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 is a Synthetic colloid volume expander drug developed by Rigshospitalet, Denmark, indicated for Acute blood loss and hypovolemia requiring volume replacement in perioperative and critical care settings.

How does Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 work?

Hydroxyethylstarch (HES) 130/0.4 is a synthetic colloid that expands intravascular volume by increasing plasma oncotic pressure and fluid retention in the bloodstream.

What is Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 used for?

Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 is indicated for Acute blood loss and hypovolemia requiring volume replacement in perioperative and critical care settings.

Who makes Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4?

Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 is developed and marketed by Rigshospitalet, Denmark (see full Rigshospitalet, Denmark pipeline at /company/rigshospitalet-denmark).

What drug class is Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 in?

Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 belongs to the Synthetic colloid volume expander class. See all Synthetic colloid volume expander drugs at /class/synthetic-colloid-volume-expander.

What development phase is Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 in?

Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4?

Common side effects of Hydroxyethylstarch 130/0,4 include Acute kidney injury, Coagulopathy / increased bleeding, Hyperchloremic acidosis, Anaphylaxis.

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