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Therapeutic Class

AMINO ACID SUPPLEMENTS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Tablets (India) Limited, “Jhaver Centre”, 72 Marshalls Road, Chennai 600 008.
Other Info - AST0021

FAQs

Astymin 3 Injection works by supplying the body with essential nutrients and a source of energy, intravenously.

Astymin 3 Injection is a suggested-only injection given by an intravenous injection by a qualified healthcare professional.

In case of a rash, the supervising doctor will decide whether or not an anti-allergic is warranted. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

Astymin 3 Injection may cause discomfort and back pain. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

Astymin 3 Injection can be given and feedings may be carried out even at home, once the equipment has been set by a qualified healthcare professional.

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Alcohol

Caution

There is not enough literature to explain the effects of alcohol on Astymin 3 Injection. Please consult your doctor before use.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There is not enough literature to explain the effects of Astymin 3 Injection on pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is not enough literature to explain the effects of Astymin 3 Injection on breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

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Driving

Unsafe

Not Applicable

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Liver

Caution

Astymin 3 Injection should be used with caution in those with established liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Astymin 3 Injection should be used with caution in those with established kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

There is not enough literature to explain the effects of Astymin 3 Injection in children. Exercise caution before using Astymin 3 Injection in children below 12 years of age. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

About Astymin 3 Injection

Astymin 3 Injection is an infusion belonging to the group of amino acids. It is used in the delivery of parenteral nutrition in patients that cannot tolerate or take oral nutrition. Parenteral nutrition is a process by which nutritional products are infused into the body through a vein. It is usually carried out in terminal conditions.

Astymin 3 Injection contains a combination of amino acids, namely glycine, l arginine, l histidine, l isoleucine, l lysine, l leucine, l methionine, l phenylalanine, l threonine, l tryptophan, l valine and sorbitol. Astymin 3 Injection works by supplying the body with essential nutrients and energy.

Astymin 3 Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases,  Astymin 3 Injection may cause certain common side effects such as fever, chills, body ache and redness at the injection site. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects consistently.

Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if the patient has any known pre-existing allergy to any of the contents of Astymin 3 Injection or has had a severe allergic reaction following a previous dose of Astymin 3 Injection. Avoid Astymin 3 Injection in case of an inherited disorder of amino acid metabolism. Inform the doctor of the patient’s detailed medical history including any clotting problems, any chronic disease, neurological disease, HIV, high blood ammonia, low blood volume (hypovolemia), electrolyte disturbances, metabolic errors, kidney disease, liver disease or any disorder causing difficulty in passing urine. Consult your doctor before the use of Astymin 3 Injection during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Astymin 3 Injection

Parenteral Nutrition

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Medicinal Benefits

Astymin 3 Injection is used for parenteral (intravenous) nutrition in patients that cannot tolerate oral nutrition. Astymin 3 Injection contains a combination of amino acids namely glycine, l arginine, l histidine, l isoleucine, l lysine, l leucine, l methionine, l phenylalanine, l threonine, l tryptophan, l valine and sorbitol. Astymin 3 Injection works by supplying the body with essential nutrients and energy.

Directions for Use

Astymin 3 Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Astymin 3 Injection

  • Soreness and redness at the injection site
  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Body pain
  • Rash
  • Catheter infection
  • Clots

Drug Warnings

Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if the patient has any known pre-existing allergy to any of the contents of Astymin 3 Injection or has had a severe allergic reaction following a previous dose of Astymin 3 Injection. Avoid Astymin 3 Injection in case of an inherited disorder of amino acid metabolism. Inform the doctor of the patient’s detailed medical history including any clotting problems, any chronic disease, neurological disease, HIV, high blood ammonia, low blood volume (hypovolemia), electrolyte disturbances, metabolic errors, kidney disease, liver disease or any disorder causing a difficulty in passing urine. Consult your doctor before the use of Astymin 3 Injection during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TryptophanTranylcypromine
Critical
TryptophanSafinamide
Critical

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TryptophanTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
Taking tranylcypromine with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome ( high levels of serotonin in body which result in shivering, high fever, diarrhea & muscle stiffness) .

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TryptophanSafinamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
Taking Safinamide with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Safinamide with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TryptophanGranisetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
When granisetron is taken with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml, can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in body).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Granisetron and Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any of the following symptoms: confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor
TryptophanVenlafaxine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
When venlafaxine is taken with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml, the risk of serotonin syndrome increases (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Venlafaxine and Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any of the following symptoms: confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TryptophanCyclobenzaprine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
Taking Cyclobenzaprine with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cyclobenzaprine with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml can possibly lead to an interaction. It can be taken if prescribed by doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, muscle spasm, or diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TryptophanSumatriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
Using Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml together with Sumatriptan might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Sumatriptan and Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea call a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TryptophanVilazodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
When Vilazodone is taken with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Vilazodone and Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea-call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TryptophanClomipramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
The combined use of Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml with clomipramine can cause serotonin syndrome. Serotonin syndrome is a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body, causing signs and symptoms ranging from mild (shivering and diarrhea) to severe (muscle rigidity, fever, and seizures).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking clomipramine and Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, incoordination, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TryptophanSelegiline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
When Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml is taken with Selegiline, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml and Selegiline, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea-call a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TryptophanFluvoxamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml:
Using Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml together with fluvoxamine can increase the risk of side effects of fluvoxamine.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluvoxamine with Astymin 3 Injection 20 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. It's important to keep an eye on your health and be aware of any changes. If you notice any of these symptoms - like confusion, sweating, or stomach cramps - it's a good idea to reach out to your doctor right away. They can help figure out what's going on and provide the necessary care. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Habit Forming

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Special Advise

  • Astymin 3 Injection should be given intravenously (IV) and not intramuscularly.
  • Exercise caution in case of a history of allergic disorders or a known allergy to amino acids, or any of the components of Astymin 3 Injection.
  • Please inform the doctor immediately if you notice any anaphylaxis (allergy, skin changes, difficulty in breathing, anxiety, confusion, dizziness etc) post-injection.
  • Astymin 3 Injection should be used with caution in those aged 65 or above.
  • The bag and tubing equipment need to be kept in place for most or all of the day.
  • A dietician will reevaluate your nutrition needs once parenteral nutrition is complete.
  • Your doctor may order regular blood tests to check for your blood sugar and ammonia levels post Astymin 3 Injection use.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow the diet you are suggested by the dietician.
  • Keep your doctor informed if you are planning to or are pregnant.
  • Terminal illnesses can take a toll on anyone. Make sure you regularly see a therapist and take care of your mental health
  • Meditation and yoga have also proven very effective in helping cancer patients maintain a healthy attitude and body.
  • Joining a support group of like-minded people or patients suffering from a similar condition can help tremendously.
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