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Age: Adults |
Dose: Solution – approximately 1-1.5 g/kg body weight Frequency: Daily Note: Max daily dose: 20 mL/kg body weight (equivalent to 2 g amino acid/kg body weight). Depending upon the clinical condition of the patient approximately 3 liters of solution may be administered per 24-hour period. |
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Age: Adults Condition: Postoperative |
Dose: Solution – 1000 mL Duration: First postoperative day Note: Therapy should begin with 1000 mL on the first postoperative day. |
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Age: Infants and Children |
Dose: Amino acid – 2-3 g/kg body weight Frequency: daily |
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Age: Infants and Children |
Dose: Infusion – 28-35 ml/kg body weight Frequency: daily Note: Stepwise increment in the rate of administration during the first week of treatment recommended |
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Condition: Renal impairment not needing dialysis |
Dose: Protein – 0.6 to 0.8 g/kg Frequency: daily |
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Condition: Hemodialysis or continuous renal replacement therapy |
Dose: Protein – 1.2 to 1.8 g/kg Frequency: daily Note: Maximum of 2.5 g/kg/day based on nutritional status and estimated protein losses |
Administer via intravenous infusion using a central or peripheral vein depending on the final dextrose concentration. Hypertonic solutions with dextrose concentrations above 10% must be infused through a central venous catheter with the tip in the superior vena cava. For peripheral administration, dilute to a final concentration of 5% to 10% for both amino acids and dextrose. The initial infusion rate for adults should be 2 mL/min, adjusted based on patient tolerance and glucose levels. Dual-chamber containers must be thoroughly mixed by activating the peel seal and inverting before use. Admixtures should be prepared under strict aseptic conditions in a laminar flow hood and used within 24 hours. Monitor blood urea nitrogen and electrolytes frequently, especially in patients with renal or hepatic impairment, as dose adjustments or discontinuation may be necessary to prevent hyperammonemia or fluid overload. Pediatric patients require careful monitoring for aluminum toxicity and ammonia levels.
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