About l glutamine m + packet
Amino acid therapy for sickle cell disease
Used for
- Reduces acute complications of sickle cell disease, including pain crises.
Usual adult dose
15 g by mouth twice daily for patients weighing over 65 kg; weight-based dosing for lower weights.
Usual dose in children
For ages 5 and older: weight-based dosing by mouth twice daily; maximum 15 g per dose.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
Important warnings
- Not a treatment for an acute sickle cell crisis.
- Dose is based on body weight and rounded to the nearest packet amount.
- Safety and effectiveness are not established in children under 5.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited; use only when the expected benefit justifies potential risk.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether glutamine passes into breast milk; human data are limited.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.