Drug details

Aminosyn II 4.25% in 25% Dextrose (amino acid injection in dextrose injection)

type of Nutritional Supplements

Aminosyn II 4.25% in 25% Dextrose Injection (amino acids) is a combination of amino acids used for central vein infusion in the prevention of nitrogen loss and negative nitrogen balance in cases where (a) the gastrointestinal tract by the oral, gastrostomy or jejunostomy route cannot or should not be used, (b) gastrointestinal absorption of nutrients is impaired or (c) metabolic requirements for protein and calories are substantially increased as with extensive burns and (d) morbidity and mortality may be reduced by replacing amino acids lost from tissue breakdown, thereby preserving tissue reserves, as in acute renal failure.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• hives,
• difficulty breathing,
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
• confusion, and
• loss of consciousness

The following drugs are related to Aminosyn II 4.25% in 25% Dextrose, either as a replacement or used together:

• FreAmine (amino acid injection)
• Prosol (amino acids injection, for intravenous use)
• Chromium (chromium chloride injection solution)
• Elcys (cysteine hydrochloride injection)
• Nouress (cysteine hydrochloride injection)
• Tralement (trace elements)