Overview

Survanta 100mg injection contains an active ingredient called Beractant which belongs to the group of medicines called pulmonary surfactants. It is extracted from cow’s lungs to help the children breathe. This medication prevents and treats Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) in premature newborns with a birth weight of 700g or more. It is also used for premature babies born before 32 weeks of pregnancy at risk of RDS and need a tube inserted into their windpipe for stabilization. RDS is a condition in which the lungs of premature babies are not fully developed, leading to breathing difficulties.