About glycine
Urologic irrigation solution
Used for
- Irrigation during certain urologic procedures, including transurethral surgery.
Usual adult dose
Used by a clinician as needed to irrigate the surgical field; not taken by mouth or given as an injection.
Common side effects
- Fluid overload and low blood sodium if absorbed in large amounts.
- Rarely, vision changes, confusion, nausea, or seizures from systemic absorption.
Important warnings
- For irrigation only; never inject or swallow.
- Use cautiously when impaired kidney or heart function increases fluid-overload risk.
- Absorption can cause low blood sodium and other serious fluid or electrolyte problems.
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically necessary; systemic absorption may pose risks, and pregnancy-specific safety data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Safety data are limited; systemic absorption is generally expected to be low when used properly for irrigation.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.