Suggested Dosing
AdultPediatric
Not indicated for use
1-10 years old: dependent upon age, body weight, and medical condition
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Suggested Uses
Gastrointestinal tract impairment
Malabsorption
Multiple food protein intolerance
Cow milk protein intolerance
Other medical conditions for which an amino acid-based diet is required
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Adverse Effects
Studies not conducted
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Warnings
Contraindications
None
Cautions
Not suitable for children under one year of age
Not for parenteral use
Must be used under strict medical supervision
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Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: N/A, for pediatric use only
Lactation: N/A, for pediatric use only
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Previous
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Pharmacology
Kinetic info: studies not conducted
Osmolality
Unflavored: 607 mOsm/kg
Tropical Fruit: 690 mOsm/kg
Other Information
Renal Solute Load: 32.8 mOsm/100 kcals or 315 mOsm/L
Mechanism of Action
N/A
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