Dipeptiven
Dipeptiven helps your body get enough protein when you need more, and it is given as a drip.
Form
infuusiokonsentraatti, liuosta varten
Strength
200 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
N(2)-L-alanyl-L-glutamin
Manufacturer
Fresenius Kabi AB
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will decide the correct dose based on your weight and needs.
Method
This medicine is given as a drip directly into a vein. It must be diluted with another solution before it is given.
Important
You should not receive more than 2.5 ml of Dipeptiven per kilogram of body weight per day. Your doctor will make sure you don't exceed the maximum dose.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Chills
- •Nausea
- •Vomiting
Important Warnings
- Do not use Dipeptiven if your liver or kidneys are not working well.
- Do not use this medicine if you have certain severe blood problems, such as very low blood pH (metabolic acidosis), poor blood circulation (circulatory shock), or low oxygen levels (hypoxia).
- Do not use Dipeptiven if several organs in your body are not working properly.
- Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to the active substance in Dipeptiven or any of its other ingredients. If you get an allergic reaction (fever, chills, rash, trouble breathing), tell your doctor right away.
- Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.
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- Your doctor will regularly check your blood values with tests to make sure the medicine is right for you.
- There is limited information on using Dipeptiven for longer than nine days.