Amino Acids
About Amino Acids
Amino Acids belongs to the class of nutritional supplements used to treat nutritional deficiencies when the enteral route (oral, sublingual/buccal or rectal routes) is inadequate, inadvisable or not possible. It is indicated when gastrointestinal absorption is impaired by the obstruction, anticancer therapy, inflammatory disease or its complication, tube feeding methods alone cannot provide adequate nutrition, bowel rest is required due to gastrointestinal surgery or its complications such as fistulae, ileus or anastomotic leaks. Also, it is used in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy (impaired brain functioning due to severe liver disease) in patients with hepatitis (inflammation of the liver), cirrhosis (scarring and liver failure) and hepatic coma (coma induced by severe liver disease). A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food.
Amino Acids restores amino acids that are essential for the regular improvement of muscles, connective tissue, and skin. They help in retaining muscle tone and strength. Amino acids play a key role in producing energy, regulating mood, restoring damaged tissues and keeping skin, nails and hair healthy.
Amino Acids will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes Amino Acids may cause side effects such as fever, chills, increased sweating, or vomiting. Most of these side effects of Amino Acids gradually resolve over time and do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor.
If you are allergic to Amino Acids or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Amino Acids should be in children only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Amino Acids. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are taking other supplements or medicines.
Uses of Amino Acids
Medicinal Benefits
Amino Acids is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It restores amino acids that are essential for the regular improvement of muscles, connective tissue, and skin. They help in retaining muscle tone and strength. Amino acids play a key role in producing energy, regulating mood, restoring damaged tissues and keeping skin, nails and hair healthy. Amino Acids may also be indicated in pre and post-operative conditions, intrauterine growth retardation (fetal growth restriction), oligohydramnios (low levels of amniotic fluid), burns and wounds, fractures and orthopaedic surgery.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Amino Acids
- Fever
- Chills
- Increased sweating
- Vomiting
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiencies: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Amino acids are necessary for energy production, normal digestion, repair, healing, and performing many other body functions. Sometimes the body is unable to absorb many nutrients even if after consuming them. Nutrient deficiency can lead to many health problems like a weakened immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.
FAQs
Amino Acids contains amino acids that supply essential nutrients to the body and help to treat nutritional deficiencies. It prevents the breakdown of muscle and provides energy to the body. Also, Amino Acids supports healing and growth processes.
Amino Acids may cause fever as a temporary side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are recommended to take fish, eggs, poultry, beef, soy, dairy, quinoa, buckwheat, seeds, nuts, beans and some grains.
