Glutamune-IV Injection

Description

Glutamune-IV Injection is an amino acid that is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It increases the synthesis of muscle proteins and improves electrolyte and water absorption in the intestine. It also increases the body’s natural defense mechanism and helps to treat malnutrition. Glutamune-IV Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Take it in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. While you are taking it, your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of liver function. This medicine is usually safe and may not cause any side effects. However, before taking it report to the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medication or you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease.

Introduction

In Short term fluid replacement after trauma Glutamune-IV Injection protects the patient from dehydration and electrolyte imbalance after any trauma or injury. Appropriate fluid replacement is very essential to restore normal brain activity and other vital functions of the body to promote healing as well as speedy recovery.

Benefits

L-alanyl-L-glutamine belongs to class of drugs called amino acids. It works by inhibiting the muscle break down and increases the synthesis of muscle proteins and also it improves electrolyte and water absorption in the intestines and increases the body’s natural defense mechanism.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Glutamune-IV Injection. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Glutamune-IV Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Glutamune-IV Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Glutamune-IV Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Glutamune-IV Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Glutamune-IV Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.