Leucine, Phenylalanine, Lysine Hydrochloride, Methionine, Isoleucine, Valine, Histidine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Alanine, Glycine, Arginine, Proline, Tyrosine, Serine

Generic Name: leucine, phenylalanine, lysine hydrochloride, methionine, isoleucine, valine, histidine, threonine, tryptophan, alanine, glycine, arginine, proline, tyrosine, serine

Amino Acid [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Travasol

11 DESCRIPTION TRAVASOL 10% (amino acids) injection is a sterile, nonpyrogenic hypertonic solution of essential and nonessential amino acids supplied in a flexible container as a Pharmacy Bulk Package. A Pharmacy Bulk Package is a container of a sterile preparation for parenteral use that contains many single doses. The contents are intended for use in a pharmacy admixture program [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . TRAVASOL is not for direct intravenous infusion.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION TRAVASOL 10% (amino acids) injection is a sterile, nonpyrogenic hypertonic solution of essential and nonessential amino acids supplied in a flexible container as a Pharmacy Bulk Package. A Pharmacy Bulk Package is a container of a sterile preparation for parenteral use that contains many single doses. The contents are intended for use in a pharmacy admixture program [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . TRAVASOL is not for direct intravenous infusion.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TRAVASOL is indicated as a source of amino acids for patients requiring parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated. TRAVASOL may be used to treat negative nitrogen balance in patients. TRAVASOL is indicated as a source of amino acids for patients requiring parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated. TRAVASOL may be used to treat negative nitrogen balance in patients. (1)

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Pharmacy Bulk Package. Not for direct intravenous infusion. (2.1) • See full prescribing information for information on preparation, administration, instructions for use, dosing considerations, including the recommended dosage in adults and pediatrics, and dosage modifications in patients with renal impairment. ( 2.1 , 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 , 2.5 , 2.6 , 2.7 , 2.8 ) • Protect the admixed parenteral nutrition solution from light. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Preparation Information TRAVASOL is supplied as a pharmacy bulk package for admixing only and is not for direct intravenous infusion .

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the prescribing information. • Pulmonary embolism due to pulmonary vascular precipitates [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • Risk of Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Refeeding syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] • Hyperglycemia or hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] • Vein damage and thrombosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] • Hepatobiliary disorders [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] • Aluminum toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] • Parenteral Nutrition Associated Liver Disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] • Electrol...

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Pulmonary Embolism due to Pulmonary Vascular Precipitates: if signs of pulmonary distress occur, stop the infusion and initiate a medical evaluation. (5.1) • Hypersensitivity Reactions : monitor for signs and symptoms and discontinue infusion if reactions occur. (5.2) • Risk of Infections, Refeeding Complications, and Hyperglycemia or Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State : monitor for signs and symptoms; monitor laboratory parameters. (5.3 , 5.4 , 5.5) • Vein Damage and Thrombosis: solutions with osmolarity of 900 mOsm/L or more must be infused through a central catheter. (2.2 , 5.6) • Hepatobiliary Disorders: monitor liver function parameters and ammonia levels. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS The use of TRAVASOL is contraindicated in: • Patients with known hypersensitivity to one or more amino acids [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . • Patients with inborn errors of amino acid metabolism due to risk of severe metabolic or neurologic complications. • Patients with pulmonary edema or acidosis due to low cardiac output.

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Limited published data with injectable amino acids solutions, including TRAVASOL in pregnant women are not sufficient to inform a drug associated risk for adverse developmental outcomes. However, malnutrition in pregnant women is associated with adverse maternal and fetal outcomes [see Clinical Considerations ]. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with injectable amino acids solutions, including TRAVASOL. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown.

Storage

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING TRAVASOL 10% (amino acids) injection is available in plastic Pharmacy Bulk Package flexible containers in the following sizes as shown in Table 5 below. Table 5.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leucine, Phenylalanine, Lysine Hydrochloride, Methionine, Isoleucine, Valine, Histidine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Alanine, Glycine, Arginine, Proline, Tyrosine, Serine used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TRAVASOL is indicated as a source of amino acids for patients requiring parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated. TRAVASOL may be used to treat negative nitrogen balance in patients. TRAVASOL is indicated as a source of amino acids for patients requiring parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated. TRAVASOL may be used to treat negative nitrogen balance in patients. (1)

What are the side effects of Leucine, Phenylalanine, Lysine Hydrochloride, Methionine, Isoleucine, Valine, Histidine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Alanine, Glycine, Arginine, Proline, Tyrosine, Serine?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the prescribing information. • Pulmonary embolism due to pulmonary vascular precipitates [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • Risk of Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Refeeding syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] • Hyperglycemia or hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] • Vein damage and thrombosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] • Hepatobiliary disorders [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] • Aluminum toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] • Parenteral Nutrition Associated Liver Disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] • Electrol...

Can I take Leucine, Phenylalanine, Lysine Hydrochloride, Methionine, Isoleucine, Valine, Histidine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Alanine, Glycine, Arginine, Proline, Tyrosine, Serine during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Limited published data with injectable amino acids solutions, including TRAVASOL in pregnant women are not sufficient to inform a drug associated risk for adverse developmental outcomes. However, malnutrition in pregnant women is associated with adverse maternal and fetal outcomes [see Clinical Considerations ]. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with injectable amino acids solutions, including TRAVASOL. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown.

What are the important warnings for Leucine, Phenylalanine, Lysine Hydrochloride, Methionine, Isoleucine, Valine, Histidine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Alanine, Glycine, Arginine, Proline, Tyrosine, Serine?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Pulmonary Embolism due to Pulmonary Vascular Precipitates: if signs of pulmonary distress occur, stop the infusion and initiate a medical evaluation. (5.1) • Hypersensitivity Reactions : monitor for signs and symptoms and discontinue infusion if reactions occur. (5.2) • Risk of Infections, Refeeding Complications, and Hyperglycemia or Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State : monitor for signs and symptoms; monitor laboratory parameters. (5.3 , 5.4 , 5.5) • Vein Damage and Thrombosis: solutions with osmolarity of 900 mOsm/L or more must be infused through a central catheter. (2.2 , 5.6) • Hepatobiliary Disorders: monitor liver function parameters and ammonia levels. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS The use of TRAVASOL is contraindicated in: • Patients with known hypersensitivity to one or more amino acids [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . • Patients with inborn errors of amino acid metabolism due to risk of severe metabolic or neurologic complications. • Patients with pulmonary edema or acidosis due to low cardiac output.

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