Overview
Indications
Aminosyn II, Sulfite-Free, (an amino acid injection) infused with dextrose by peripheral vein infusion is indicated as a source of nitrogen in the nutritional support of patients with adequate stores of body fat, in whom, for short periods of time, oral nutrition cannot be tolerated, is undesirable, or inadequate. SUPPLEMENTAL ELECTROLYTES, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRESCRIPTION OF THE ATTENDING PHYSICIAN, MUST BE ADDED TO AMINOSYN II SOLUTIONS WITHOUT ELECTROLYTES. Aminosyn II can be administered
Boxed Warning
FDA Black Box Warning
Pharmacy Bulk Package – Not For Direct Infusion.
Contraindications
When this intervention should not be used
This preparation should not be used in patients with hepatic coma or metabolic disorders involving impaired nitrogen utilization.
Indications & Related Conditions
Conditions associated via SNOMED clinical relationships
Administration & Protocol
Dosing, route, and treatment protocol
Detailed dosage and administration information is available in the full FDA drug label.
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Biomarkers relevant to this intervention via related conditions
Clinical Trials
8 trials linked to this intervention
Recent Trials
Acetazolamide for Respiratory Failure in Combination With Metabolic Alkalosis
Arterial pH and Total Body Nitrogen Balances in APD
Alkalinization by Urologists & Nephrologists
Preserve-Transplant Study
Optimal Dosage of Acetazolamide for OSA Treatment
Research Evidence
Published studies and systematic reviews
Research data from MEDLINE/PubMed
Benefits & Expected Outcomes
Benefits, expected outcomes, efficacy data, and NNT (Number Needed to Treat) are pending physician authorship and evidence review.
Risks & Side Effects
Adverse reaction and safety data for this drug is sourced from the FDA-approved label.
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Symptoms associated with conditions this intervention addresses
No related symptoms have been mapped yet. Symptom linkages are derived through associated conditions.
Alternatives & Comparisons
Alternative treatments, comparison data, and clinical decision support are pending physician authorship.
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment plan.
Do not start, stop, or change any treatment without consulting your healthcare provider.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Substance / Medication
- Fully Specified Name
- Arginine (substance)
- SNOMED CT
- 52625008
- UMLS CUI
- C0003765
- RxNorm CUI
- 1091
- Labeler
- ICU Medical Inc.
Clinical Data
This intervention maps to 3 entities in the Healos knowledge graph.
Data is sourced from SNOMED CT, UMLS, and the Healos clinical knowledge graph. Content sections marked as pending require physician authorship. Consult a healthcare provider before starting any treatment.