This infusion is indicated as a source of amino acids in a variety of clinical conditions in which the patient cannot absorb sufficient oral nutrition or in which it is inadvisable to use the oral route of nutrition.
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Each 100 ml contains- Essential Amino Acids:
Non-Essential Amino Acids:
Electrolytes:
Carbohydrate: AAnhydrous Glucose (Dextrose) BP 20.00 g
This is sterile, hypertonic and non-pyrogenic solution of amino acids, electrolytes & dextrose. When amino acid injections are administered with an appropriate caloric source (e.g., dextrose, fructose, sorbitol), nitrogen balance is improved. Maximal nitrogen utilization is promoted by providing adequate calories to meet metabolic needs, usually at least 168 kJ/kg/day (40 kcal/kg/day).
The total daily dose of this solution depends on the patient's metabolic requirement and clinical response. The nitrogen content and caloric values of this infusion are-
Recommended dietary allowances of protein range from approximately 0.8 g/Kg of body weight for adults to 2.2 g/Kg for infants. Daily amino acid doses of approximately 1.0 to 1.5 g/Kg of body weight for adults and 2 to 3 g/Kg of body weight for infants with adequate calories are generally sufficient to satisfy protein needs and promote positive nitrogen balance.
In fluid restricted patients (eg. Renal failure), acceptable total daily administration volumes are dependent upon the fluid balance requirements of the patients.
Depending upon the clinical condition of the patient, approximately 3 litres of solution may be administered per 24 hour period. When used post-operatively, the therapy should begin with 1000 ml on the first post-operative day. Thereafter, the dose may be increased to 3000 ml per day.
At the recommended dosage the amino acid have no pharmacological effects and is not expected to interact with other medicaments.
The constant risk of sepsis is present during administration of parenteral nutrition solutions. Since contaminated solutions and infusion catheters are potential sources of infection, it is imperative that the preparation of solution and the placement and care of catheters be accomplished under controlled aseptic conditions. If fever develops, the solution, its delivery system and the site of the indwelling catheter should be changed. The prepared amino acid/dextrose admixture should be used immediately. Any storage should be under refrigeration and limited to a brief period of time, preferably less than 24 hours. The following metabolic complications have been reported: metabolic acidosis, hypophosphatemia, alkalosis, hyperglycemia and glycosuria, osmotic diuresis and dehydration, rebound hypoglycemia, elevated liver enzymes, hypo and hypervitaminosis, electrolyte imbalances and hyperammonemia.
Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with amino acid injections. It is also not known whether amino acid injections can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Amino acid injections should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
Parenteral nutritional preparations
Store below 30°C temperature. Protect from sunlight. Avoid freezing. Keep out of reach of children. The prepared amino acids/dextrose admixture should be administered immediately. If not, it should be stored under refrigeration (2-8°C) and used within 24 hours. Do not remove the unit from overwrap until ready for use. The overwrap is an oxygen and U.V. barrier. The inner bag maintains the sterility of the product.