Glutamine Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Glutamine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Glutamine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Glutamine

Pronunciation : GLOO ta meen

Therapeutic Classification : Amino Acid Supplements

Brand Names or Trade Names of Glutamine

India :

Santolac.

International :

GlutaSolve, NutreStore, Sympt-X Glutamine

Why is Glutamine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an amino acid, prescribed as a dietary supplement. It is also used for short bowel syndrome along with growth hormone.

What is the dosage of Glutamine?

Adult- Dietary Supplement: Average Dose: 10 g orally 3 times per day.
Short Bowel Syndrome: Oral: 5 g orally 6 times per day at 2 to 3 hour intervals, with food.

How should Glutamine be taken?

It comes as a powder to take by mouth, with food. It also comes as a tablet to take by mouth on an empty stomach.

What are the warnings and precautions for Glutamine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Glutamine?

Body as a Whole - Fluid retention, facial pain, chest pain, fever, back pain, flu-like disorder, uneasiness, abdominal bloating, allergic reaction, and chills.
Gastrointestinal - Flatulence, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, piles and dry mouth.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain and muscle pain.
Injection Site Reaction - Pain.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, headache, weakness and depression.
Skin - Rash, itching, increased sweating, and nail disorder.
Respiratory - Runny nose.
Metabolic - Dehydration and thirsty.
Genitourinary - Kidney inflammation and breast pain.
ENT - Ear or hearing symptoms.