Aminosyn II / Electrolytes

Name: Aminosyn II / Electrolytes

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Aminosyn II/Electrolytes?

  • If you have an allergy to this medicine (Aminosyn II/Electrolytes) or any part of this medicine (Aminosyn II/Electrolytes).
  • If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
  • If you have any of these health problems: High blood ammonia levels, low blood volume, certain amino acid metabolism problems, blood acid or electrolyte problems, or too much fluid in the lungs.
  • If you have any of these health problems: Kidney disease or liver disease.

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine (Aminosyn II/Electrolytes).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine (Aminosyn II/Electrolytes) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

  • Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Signs of fluid and electrolyte problems like mood changes, confusion, muscle pain or weakness, a heartbeat that does not feel normal, very bad dizziness or passing out, fast heartbeat, more thirst, seizures, feeling very tired or weak, not hungry, unable to pass urine or change in the amount of urine produced, dry mouth, dry eyes, or very bad upset stomach or throwing up.
  • Signs of high or low blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness, passing out, change in eyesight.
  • Change in color of skin to a bluish color like on the lips, nail beds, fingers, or toes.
  • Sweating a lot.
  • Shortness of breath, a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs.
  • This medicine may irritate the vein. It may burn the skin if the drug leaks from the vein when it is given. Tell your nurse if you have any redness, burning, pain, swelling, or leaking of fluid where the drug is going into your body.

What are some other side effects of Aminosyn II/Electrolytes?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

How do I store and/or throw out Aminosyn II/Electrolytes?

  • If you need to store this medicine (Aminosyn II/Electrolytes) at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it.
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