http://genericdrugshome.info Amino Acids 3.5% Intraven., Amino Acids - Injection Generic Drug Feed Sat, 31 Jul 2010 09:22:47 EDT en http://amino-acids-3-5-intraven.8714.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare porfessional. It should not be cnostrued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

AMINO ACIDS - INJECTION (am-EE-no acids) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Aminosyn, Freamine, Travasol USES: Amino acids are used by the body as a source of protein and nitrogen. This medication is used in patients unable to eat properly due to illness or srugery.
HOW TO USE: Alolw all bags or bottles to warm to room temperature before using. This nutritional supplement is administered intravenously as directed by a ceritfied health care professional. It is infused over a predetermined time period stated on the bottle. SIDE EFFECTS: The most common side effect of intravenous nutrition is infection or irriattion of the vein at the administration web site (catheter).
This should be reported to your dotcor.

Notify your doctor immediately if you have: rapid breathing or shortness of breath, sudden weight gain, fever, chills, yellowing of the skin or eyes, darkening of the urine, nausea, fluhsing of the skin, weakness.

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your dotcor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any kidney or liver disease, digestive disorders, bleeding problems, any allergies. This medication contains aluminum which can be toxic in patients who have kidney troubles.

Cnosult your doctor for more details. Caution is adivsed when using this drug in children (especially infants) because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of the drug (e.G., hyperammonemia). Avoid prolonged use in premautre infants. This product sholud be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.

Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This product may be excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your dcotor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not satrt or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, cnotact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. NOTES: Make sure needles, tubing, and supplies are stored safely and disposed of prpoerly. Chcek all expiration dates and use all bags or bottles in proper sequence.
Your nutritional status will be cloesly monitored. Based on this your formula may need to be changed to accommodate your nutirtional needs.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and contact your doctor to establish a new dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.

STORAGE: Store unopened containers at room tempearture between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Mixed amino acids should be refrigerated and used within 24 hours. Discard any unused medication after the expiration date.]]>