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Allostella 3G
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Animal studies suggest that the ammonia-reducing effect of  L-ornithine L-aspartate is caused by enhanced glutamine synthesis. Individual clinical studies have shown an improved branched-chain amino acid/aromatic amino acid quotient.

Pack size Box of 10 sachets/20 sachets of 5g
Shelf-life 24 months
Composition L-ornithine L-aspartate
Dosage forms and strengths Granules for oral solution: 3000 mg
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PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Indications

  • For the treatment of concomitant disease and sequelae due to impaired hepatic detoxification activity (e.g. in cirrhosis of the liver) with the symptoms of latent and manifest hepatic encephalopathy.

Dosage

  • Adults: 1 – 2 sachets x 3 times daily.
  • Children and adolescents: The experience on the use of the drug in children are limited.

Usage

  • Allostella 3G is dissolved in plenty of fluid (e.g. a glass of water, tea or juice) and taken with or after meals.
  • The ready-to-use solution is to be taken immediately after preparation.
  • Hypersensitivity to L-ornithine L-aspartate or any of the excipients of the drug.
  • Severe renal impairment (serum creatinine > 3 mg/100 ml).

Uncommon

  • Nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, flatulence, diarrhea.

Very rare

  • Pain in the limbs.
  • Allostella 3G contains sorbitol. Patients with hereditary fructose intolerance (HFI) should not take/be given this medicinal product. Sorbitol may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and mild laxative effect.
  • Allostella 3G contains azo colouring agent (sunset yellow) which may cause allergic reactions.
  • Children and adolescents: No data are so far available on the use of the drug in children.
  • Administration of Allostella 3G during pregnancy and lactation should therefore be avoided.
  • As a result of the disease, the ability to drive and use machines may be impaired during treatment with L-ornithine L-aspartate.