Aminess N – DL-Methionine / Phenylalanine Uses, Dose And Side Effects

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Aminess N Film Coated Tablets

1. What Is Aminess N, And What Aminess N Used For?

Aminess N supplements amino acids ( proteins ) for people with poorly functioning kidneys who have been prescribed a low-protein diet. Aminess N is also given as a nutritional supplement to patients undergoing dialysis.

Aminess N contains the eight vital (essential) amino acids as well as histidine and tyrosine. Amino acids are needed for the body to form egg whites ( proteins ). Histidine and tyrosine are especially needed for people with poor kidney function.

2. What You Need To Know Before Using Aminess N?

Do Not Use Aminess N:

  • If you are allergic to any of this medicine’s active substances or other ingredients (listed in section 6).

Warnings And Cautions:

Talk to your doctor before using Aminess N if you have any

  • Symptoms of uremia (urinary intoxication) e.g., fatigue, itching, and loss of appetite
  • Disturbances in the liquid, electrolyte, and acid-base balances
  • Disorders of heart function
  • Any infection
  • Elevated serum urea (above 30-35 mmol / l)

Tell your doctor if you think any of the above apply to you.

Other Medicines And Aminess N:

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

Pregnancy And Breastfeeding:

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. There is limited experience of use during pregnancy. It is unknown whether Aminess N passes into breast milk.

DrivingAand Using Machines:

You are responsible for assessing whether you can drive a motor vehicle or perform work requiring sharpened attention. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and side effects.

Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

3. How To Use Aminess N?

  • The recommended dose for adults is 5-25 tablets or as a doctor prescribes.
  • The tablets are suitably taken on three to five occasions, evenly distributed throughout the day, in conjunction with a meal. Due to the taste, the tablets should be swallowed whole but can be broken down if necessary.
  • Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.

If You Forget To Use Aminess N:

  • Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any further questions about using this product.

4. Possible Aminess N Side Effects:

Aminess N can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them.

Rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):

  • Nausea

Reporting of side effects

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency, www.lakemedelsverket.se. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information. 

5. How To Store Aminess N?

  • Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.
  • Store in the original package. Moisture sensitive. Store in a tightly closed jar. The package contains desiccant, which should not be removed.
  • Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.
  • Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.

6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information

Content Declaration

  • The active substances are histidine 45 mg, isoleucine 60 mg, leucine 90 mg, lysine acetate corresponding to lysine 65 mg, L-methionine 90 mg, phenylalanine 70 mg, threonine 65 mg, tryptophan 25 mg, tyrosine 75 mg, valine 135 mg per tablet.
  • The other ingredients are hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, povidone, stearic acid, anhydrous colloidal silica, talc, hypromellose, and paraffin.

What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack

  • Aminess N tablet is a white, oval, thin-coated tablet, 8×20 mm.
  • Pack sizes: 100, 250, and 300 tablets in a plastic jar.

Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer

Marketing Authorisation Holder

Meda AB, Box 906, 170 09 Solna.

Phone: 08-630 1900

Manufacturer

Recipharm Stockholm AB

Lagervägen 7

136 50 Jordbro

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