Amino Acids: uses, dosing, side effects & brands

How amino acids is dosed

From the FDA label for Aminosyn II 10% in Plastic Container (application NDA020015). Other amino acids products — different forms, different strengths — are dosed differently. Follow the label for the one you were prescribed.

Each 100 mL of Aminosyn II contains: Amino Acids Nitrogen Aminosyn II 10% 10 g 1.53 g Aminosyn II 15% 15 g 2.30 g The total daily dose of the solution depends on the daily protein requirements and on the patient’s metabolic and clinical response. In many patients, provision of adequate calories in the form of hypertonic dextrose may require the administration of exogenous insulin to prevent hyperglycemia and glycosuria. To prevent rebound hypoglycemia, a solution containing 5% dextrose should be administered when hypertonic dextrose infusions are abruptly discontinued. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. COLOR VARIATION FROM PALE YELLOW TO YELLOW IS NORMAL AND DOES NOT ALTER EFFICACY. Some opacity of the plastic due to moisture absorption during the sterilization process may be observed. This is normal and does not affect the solution quality or safety. The opacity will diminish gradually. Aminosyn II in the 2000 mL flexible Pharmacy Bulk Package is designed for use with manual, gravity flow operations and automated gravimetric compounding devices for preparing intravenous nutritional admixtures. Admixtures must be stored under refrigeration and used within 24 hours of admixing. Peripheral Vein Nutritional Maintenance A mixture of Aminosyn II and dextrose…

Amino Acids side effects

Peripheral Infusions A 3.5% to 5% solution of amino acids (without additives) is slightly hypertonic. Use of large peripheral veins, inline filters, and slowing the rate of infusion may reduce the incidence of local venous irritation. Electrolyte additives should be spread throughout the day. Irritating additive medications may need to be infused at another venous site. Generalized flushing, fever and nausea also have been reported during peripheral infusions of amino acid solutions.

Who shouldn’t take amino acids

This preparation should not be used in patients with hepatic coma or metabolic disorders involving impaired nitrogen utilization.

Every amino acids product we track (23)

Same active ingredient — different manufacturer, form, price and FDA recall record. That last one is what our independent score measures.

Combination products containing amino acids

A combination is a different drug — different dosing, different warnings. It is listed here so you can find it, not so you can substitute it.

• Aminosyn 3.5% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn 3.5% M in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn 3.5% W/ Dextrose 25% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn 3.5% W/ Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn 4.25% W/ Dextrose 25% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn II 3.5% in Dextrose 25% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn II 3.5% in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn II 3.5% W/ Electrolytes in Dextrose 25% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn II 4.25% in Dextrose 10% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn II 4.25% in Dextrose 20% in Plastic Container
• Aminosyn II 4.25% in Dextrose 25% in Plastic Container