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Functions & Usage

What is L-Glutamine used for?

L-Glutamine is a medication to treat glutamine deficiency, usually available as an amino acid supplement.

Glutamine is used together with human growth hormone and a special diet for the treatment of short bowel syndrome. This supplement is also used to fight some of the side effects of medical treatments, protect the immune system and digestive system and treat short bowel syndrome.

How do you use L-Glutamine?

When taking L-Glutamine, follow the doctor's instructions and read the instructions for use listed on the information leaflet available in the medicine box first.

For the correct dosage and frequency of consuming glutamine, for example:

• Take L-Glutamine 6 times per day for up to 16 weeks to treat short bowel syndrome.
• Take oral glutamine powder with meals or snacks unless your doctor gives otherwise instructions.
• Take glutamine tablets on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating.
• Do not pour dry powdered glutamine directly into a feeding tube formula. Dissolve a dose of glutamine oral powder in at least 200 ml of hot or cold liquid. You can also mix the powder with soft foods like pudding, applesauce, or yogurt. Stir the mixture and immediately eat or drink food and drinks that have been mixed with oral glutamine powder earlier. Always mix the powder with water and infuse it directly into the feeding tube using a syringe.
• While using glutamine, you may need frequent blood or urine tests.
• Glutamine may be only part of a complete program of treatment which may also include a special diet, tube breastfeeding, and IV fluids. It is very important to follow a diet and treatment plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor.

How to store L-Glutamine?

This medicine should be stored at room temperature away from light and moisture. To prevent damage to medicines, do not store medicines in the bathroom or freezer. There may be other brands of this medication that have different storage rules. Pay attention to the storage instructions on the packaging of your product, or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medication down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist about how to safely dispose of your product.

Precautions & Warnings

What should be considered before using L-Glutamine?

Before using L-Glutamine, tell your doctor if you have:

• Allergy: to L-Glutamine, excipients use for doses that contain L-Glutamine. This detailed information can be seen in the leaflet (leaflet).
• Allergy to other drugs, foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals
• Children: L-Glutamine should not be used in children under 6 years of age without doctor's instructions
• Elderly
• Other health conditions, in particular: liver disease or kidney disease

Is L-Glutamine safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There is no adequate research on the risks of using L-Glutamine in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. L-Glutamine is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = Not at risk
• B = No risk in several studies
• C = Maybe risky
• D = There is positive evidence of risk
• X = Contraindicated
• N = Unknown

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of L-Glutamine?

Common side effects that can occur after consuming L-Glutamine include:

• Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, gas
• Swelling of the hands or feet
• Muscle or joint pain, back pain
• Headache, dizziness, tiredness
• Rash on the skin or itching
• Dry mouth, runny nose, excessive sweating

Less common side effects that can occur after taking L-Glutamine include:

• Allergic reactions: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Chest pain
• Hearing disorders
• Signs of infection such as fever, chills, sore throat, flu symptoms, mouth sores, unusual fatigue

Not everyone experiences these side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug Interactions

What drugs can interfere with the drug L-Glutamine?

L-Glutamine may interact with other medications you are currently taking, which can alter the performance of the drug or increase the risk of serious side effects. To avoid drug interactions, keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. For your safety, do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval. Medications that may interact with L-Glutamine include:

• Lactulose;
• Medicines for cancer (chemotherapy);
• Medicines used to prevent seizures (Anticonvulsants) such as phenobarbital, primidone (Mysoline), valproic acid (Depakene), gabapentin (Neurontin), carbamazepine (Tegretol), phenytoin (Dilantin), etc.

Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the work of L-Glutamine?

L-Glutamine may interact with other medications you are currently taking, which can alter the performance of the drug or increase the risk of serious side effects. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about food and alcohol that can potentially interact before using L-Glutamine.

What health conditions can interfere with the performance of the drug L-Glutamine?

L-Glutamine may interact with your health condition. These interactions can worsen your health condition or change the performance of the drug. Therefore, it is very important to always consult your doctor and pharmacist, so that they know all the health conditions you have.

To make sure glutamine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

• Liver disease
• Kidney illness

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for a doctor's prescription. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dosage of L-Glutamine for adults?

Usual adult dosage for dietary supplements:

• Average dosage: 10 g orally 3 times per day
• Dosage Range: 5 g to 30 g orally per day

Usual adult dose for the treatment of short bowel syndrome:

Oral: 5 g orally 6 times per day at 2-3 hour intervals, with meals or snacks, while awake, for up to 16 weeks. L-Glutamine can be used in combination with growth hormone and nutritional support.

Usual Adult Dose for Sickle Cell Anemia:

Average dosage: 30 g orally per day

What is the dosage of L-Glutamine for children?

Usual Children's Dose for Sickle Cell Anemia:

For children under 18 years, average dose: 600 mg / kg / day orally

In what dosages and preparations is L-Glutamine available?

L-Glutamine is available in the following dosage forms:

• Powder for solution
• Powder for suspension
• Tablet
• Capsule
• Powder
• Puyer

What to do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department. However, glutamine overdose generally does not cause life-threatening symptoms.

What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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