{"id":7547,"date":"2021-02-24T09:22:56","date_gmt":"2021-02-24T09:22:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=7547"},"modified":"2021-05-22T15:34:09","modified_gmt":"2021-05-22T15:34:09","slug":"dipeptiven","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/dipeptiven\/","title":{"rendered":"Dipeptiven &#8211; Lanyl-Glutamine uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p> concentrate for\u00a0infusion\u00a0solution\u00a0<br>of N (2) -L-alanyl-L-glutamine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Dipeptiven is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The dipeptides supplement the protein part of the nutrient supply when there is an increased need.&nbsp;It is given to you as an&nbsp;intravenous&nbsp;infusion&nbsp;(drip into a vein).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dipeptides are usually included in a balanced&nbsp;intravenous&nbsp;and\/or&nbsp;enteral nutrient supply, along with salts, trace elements, and&nbsp;vitamins.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dipeptides may also be approved for the treatment of other diseases not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist,t or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What you need to know before using Dipeptiven<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Dipeptiven<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you have severe hepatic or renal impairment<\/li><li>if you have metabolic&nbsp;acidosis&nbsp;&#8211; a condition in which the&nbsp;pH&nbsp;value of the blood is low<\/li><li>if you are allergic to the active substance or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).&nbsp;Symptoms of an&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;may include fever, chills, rash, or shortness of breath.<\/li><li>if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The dipeptides&nbsp;<strong>should be diluted before use<\/strong>.&nbsp;The dipeptin is added to another solution before it is given to you.&nbsp;Your doctor or nurse will make sure that the solution is prepared correctly before you receive a solution containing Dipeptiven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to check your condition and make sure your body is absorbing the Dipeptive properly.&nbsp;Experience with the use of Dipeptives for longer than nine days is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Dipeptiven<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, if you think you may be pregnant or if you are breast-feeding.&nbsp;In such cases, this medicine should not be given to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The dipeptics do not affect the ability to drive or use machines.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How to use Dipeptiven<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are given the medicine by&nbsp;intravenous&nbsp;infusion&nbsp;(drip into a vein).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dose&nbsp;a Dipeptiven depends on your body weight in kg, your ability to break down nutrients, and your need for&nbsp;amino acids.&nbsp;<br>Your doctor will decide which&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you take more Dipeptiven then you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is very unlikely that you will receive more&nbsp;infusion fluid&nbsp;than you should have because a doctor or nurse will monitor you during treatment.&nbsp;If you think you have been given too much Dipeptiven, tell your doctor or nurse immediately.&nbsp;Signs of overdose may include chills, nausea, and vomiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Side effects&nbsp;with Dipeptives are very rare and are unlikely to occur.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Dipeptiven<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.&nbsp;<\/strong><br>The doctor and the hospital pharmacist are responsible for the correct storage, use, and disposal of Dipeptiven&nbsp;infusion fluid.&nbsp;Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.&nbsp;Store the container in the outer carton.&nbsp;<br>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label.&nbsp;<br>Any remaining solution after treatment must be discarded according to approved hospital routines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>50 ml Dipeptins contain:&nbsp;<br>10 g (N2) -L-alanyl-L-glutamine (= L-alanine 4.10 g, L-glutamine 6.73 g).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>100 ml Dipeptins contain:&nbsp;<br>20 g N (2) -L-alanyl-L-glutamine (= 8.20 g L-alanine, 13.46 g L-glutamine)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dipeptides also contain water for injections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The dipeptide is a clear, colorless liquid.&nbsp;It is packaged in rubber stoppered glass bottles containing 50 ml or 100 ml of the concentrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fresenius Kabi Austria GmbH&nbsp;<br>Hafnerstrasse 36,&nbsp;<br>A-8055 Graz,&nbsp;<br>Austria<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The dipeptides supplement the protein part of the nutrient supply when there is an increased need. 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