



Intralipid 20% Infusion
Product Summary :
Intralipid 20% Infusion is a lipid emulsion used for providing intravenous nutrition when adequate nutrition cannot be provided through the mouth or digestive tract. It contains soybean oil, egg phospholipids, and glycerol and provides a source of energy. Intralipid 20% Infusion is administered by a healthcare professional, and the dose and infusion rate are determined according to the patient's nutritional requirements and clinical condition. The doctor may monitor blood triglyceride levels and other laboratory parameters during treatment. Patients or the attendants should inform the doctor if the patient has any known allergies to eggs, soybeans, peanuts, or any component of the preparation.Written By Dr. Nikita Saini, MBA, MDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Sharma, PhD, M.Pharm,
Last updated on 15 Nov 2026 | 01:03 AM (IST)
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Product introduction
Intralipid 20% Infusion should be administered only by a healthcare professional under medical supervision. The dose, infusion rate, and duration are determined according to the patient's nutritional needs, medical condition, and tolerance. Do not self-administer or change the infusion rate without medical advice. Follow the monitoring plan recommended by the doctor during treatment.
Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, fever, or other infusion-related effects. The patient may also require monitoring of blood triglyceride levels and other laboratory parameters during treatment. Inform the healthcare professional if any unusual or severe symptoms occur during or after the infusion.
Tell your doctor before receiving Intralipid 20% Infusion if you have an allergy to egg, soybean, or any component of the preparation. Also inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, high blood triglyceride levels, or problems with fat metabolism. Your doctor may need to monitor you more closely and adjust treatment according to your condition.
Uses of Intralipid Infusion
- Treatment and prevention of Nutritional deficiencies : Intralipid 20% Infusion is mainly used for intravenous (parenteral) nutrition to provide energy for patients who cannot eat by mouth.
Benefits of Intralipid Infusion
Intralipid 20% Infusion provides fat-derived calories and essential fatty acids needed for energy and normal body functions. It helps meet nutritional requirements when nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or not possible through the mouth or digestive tract.
Side effects of Intralipid Infusion
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
How to use Intralipid Infusion
How Intralipid Infusion works
Dosage
Intralipid 20% Infusion is administered by a healthcare professional under medical supervision. The dose, infusion rate, and duration of treatment are determined on the basis of an individual's nutritional requirements, clinical condition, and tolerance.
The patient may be monitored for blood triglyceride levels and other relevant laboratory parameters during treatment. Do not change the dose or infusion rate unless advised by the doctor.
Quick tips
- Intralipid 20% Infusion should be administered only by a doctor or a nurse.
- Doctors may monitor blood triglyceride levels and other laboratory parameters during treatment.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose or infusion rate, as doing so may increase the risk of complications.
- Inform your doctor about all medicines and nutritional products you are receiving before starting treatment.
- Intralipid 20% Infusion is made for use as part of parenteral nutrition and should not replace appropriate oral nutrition.
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References
- DailyMed. Nutrilipid I.V. Fat Emulsion - Soybean Oil Injection. [Accessed 22 Sep. 2026] (online). Available from:
- United States Pharmacopeia (USP). Lipid Injectable Emulsion. [Accessed 22 Sep. 2026] (online). Available from:
- American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN). Lipid Injectable Emulsions: A Position Paper. [Accessed 22 Sep. 2026] (online). Available from:




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