Methionine Medication Information

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

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Generic Name : Methionine

Pronunciation : me-THYE-oh-neen

Therapeutic Classification : Amino Acid Supplements

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Overview of Methionine

Methionine is used to prevent liver damage due to acetaminophen overdose and diaper rash in the infant.

Why is Methionine Prescribed? (Indications)

Methionine is an amino acid.

It is used to:
• Make the urine more acidic and reduce irritation from diaper rash in an infant or rash due to bladder incontinence in an adult.
• It also helps in controlling strong urine odor.
• Prevents liver damage in patients with acetaminophen/paracetamol poisoning.

When should Methionine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Methionine is contraindicated in the following conditions:

• Allergy to methionine
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Acidosis, which can worsen
• Liver disease
• Atherosclerosis and methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) deficiency, due to possible homocysteine build up which can increase the risk for heart disease
• Schizophrenia

What is the dosage of Methionine?

The recommended dose for:

• Acetaminophen poisoning is: 2.5 g every four hours for 4 doses within 10 hours of acetaminophen intake.

• Acidification of urine in adults: 200mg three to four times a day orally in the form of capsules or powder.
The dose in children will be decided by the physician.