acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients at a glance
Medicine class
Intravenous amino-acid solution for parenteral nutrition.
Administration
Infused through a central vein by trained healthcare professionals.
Licensed for
Adults, adolescents and children older than 2 years who require intravenous amino acids.
Complete nutrition
Other nutrients, including energy sources, essential fats, vitamins, electrolytes and trace elements, are normally required.
What is acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients used for?
Its licensed use is to supply amino acids as part of parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition cannot meet requirements.
Amino-acid supply for adults and adolescents.
Amino-acid supply for children older than 2 years.
Support when nutrition by mouth or through the digestive tract is impossible, insufficient or contraindicated.
How does acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients work?
The infused amino acids enter the body's amino-acid pools and can be incorporated into structural and functional proteins. Carbohydrate or fat is usually supplied alongside them so the amino acids are not primarily used for energy.
How to take acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients
Healthcare professionals administer this product into a central vein using a sterile infusion system. They check that the container is intact and the solution is clear and practically free from particles. Additives are mixed aseptically only when compatibility has been established.
Do not inject, mix or alter the infusion yourself.
Do not use a damaged container or a solution containing visible particles.
Containers are for single use; unused contents should be discarded.
acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients side effects
Get urgent medical advice
- Allergic reaction, including swelling, rash or difficulty breathing.
- Fluid overload or pulmonary oedema, which may cause sudden breathlessness.
- Electrolyte or acid-base disturbance, particularly if the infusion is not tolerated or fluid balance is abnormal.
- Possible central-line infection, suggested by fever, shivering or inflammation around the line.
acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients in pregnancy
There are no pregnancy data for this specific product, and reproductive animal studies have not been performed. It may be considered when parenteral nutrition is necessary, but only after careful clinical assessment.
acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients while breastfeeding
Although harmful effects from amino acids in milk are not anticipated, the product information does not recommend breastfeeding while receiving parenteral nutrition. Discuss feeding options with the specialist team.
acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients interactions
No medicine interactions are known, but physical and chemical compatibility with anything added to the infusion must be confirmed.
Other intravenous medicines or additives
Do not mix them into the solution unless compatibility and stability have been documented.
Inorganic phosphate preparations
Some parenteral-nutrition mixtures containing inorganic phosphate are incompatible and require pharmacy review.
Common questions about acetylcysteine + alanine + arginine + 15 other active ingredients
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Is this complete parenteral nutrition?
No. Complete parenteral nutrition normally also requires energy sources, essential fats, fluids, electrolytes, vitamins and trace elements.
Why does it contain acetylcysteine?
Acetylcysteine provides a source equivalent to cysteine within the amino-acid mixture; it is not used here as a mucus-thinning treatment or antidote.
Can it be taken by mouth?
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