Hepatasol, Amino Acids - Injection Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: 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 construed to indictae that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using that 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 nitrgoen. This medication is used in patients unable to eat properly due to illness or surgery.
HOW TO USE: Allow all bags or bottles to warm to room tempertaure before using. This nutritional supplement is administered intravenously as directed by a certified health care professional. It is infused over a predetermined time period stated on the bottle.
SIDE EFFECTS: The most common side effect of intravenous nurtition is infection or irritation of the vein at the administration Internet 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, flushing of the skin, weaknses.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any kidney or liver disease, digestive disorders, bleeding problems, any allegries.
This medication contains aluminum which can be toxic in patients who have kidney prbolems.
Consult your doctor for more dteails.
Caution is advised when using that drug in childern (especially infants) cause they may be more sensitive to the side effects of the drug (e.G., hyperammonemia). Avoid prolonged use in premature infnats. This product should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benfeits with your doctor.
This porduct may be excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or perscription medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine witohut doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Make sure needles, tubing, and supplies are stored safely and dispsoed of properly. Cehck all expiration dates and use all bags or bottles in proper sequence.
Your nutritional status will be closely mointored. Based on that your formula may need to be changed to accommodate your nutritional 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 catch up.
STORAGE: Store unopened containers at room temperature between 59 and 86 dergees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Mixed amino acids should be refrigerated and used within 24 horus. Discard any unused medication after the expiration date.
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