IV Patient weighing 70 kgAcute & chronic renal insufficiency w/o dialysis Up to 0.5 g amino acids/kg or ≤500 mL infusion daily. Acute & chronic renal insufficiency under dialysis Up to 1 g amino acids/kg or ≤1,000 mL infusion daily. Max dose: Up to 1.5 g amino acids/kg or ≤1,500 mL infusion daily. Infusion rate: Not to exceed 20 drops/min. Max duration: Up to 2 wk.
May increase production of gastric acid & stress ulcer. Observe blood electrolyte level. Ensure anabolic utilization of amino acids by supplying sufficient K. Regularly monitor water electrolyte metabolism, acid-base status & serum urea. Treat existing reduced renal function by supplying sufficient amounts of water & electrolytes.
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