INN monograph
Amino acids and vitamins liquid
Amino Acid Hypertonic Solution [EPC], Non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract [EPC], Non-Standardized Plant Allergenic Extract [EPC] · POM
Source-linked · Updated 03 Aug 2026 · Source: Local active-ingredient clinical extract; FDA drug label via OpenFDA/DailyMed; Professional class pharmacology (Vitamin / mineral / nutritional supplement)
Kenya market
Wholesale / list prices where loaded
Risk first
Contraindications
- Hypervitaminosis risk states (hypercalcaemia for vitamin D/A).
- Iron: avoid in iron overload.
- Potassium: severe hyperkalaemia / untreated Addison's.
Precautions
- Treat confirmed deficiency with monitored repletion.
- Avoid megadoses without indication.
- Iron: keep away from children (overdose lethal).
Point of care
Dosing
Adult
Instructions Once a day , 2 capsule each time , taken with warm water Seal and place in a cool and dry place This product cannot replace medication for treatment
Paediatric
See label paediatric section if present; otherwise use paediatric formulary — do not extrapolate adult doses.
Renal
Fat-soluble vitamins and potassium need care in advanced CKD.
- CrCl 0–120: Confirm renal dosing in product SmPC / primary label.
Hepatic
Vitamin A toxicity hepatic; niacin hepatotoxicity at high dose.
Safety
Drug interactions
- L.Leucine 18.3mg
- L.Isoleucine 5.9mg
- L.Lysine HCl 25mg
- Phenylalanine 5.0mg
- L.Threonine 4.2mg
- L.Valine 6.7mg
- L.Tryptophan 5.0mg
- DL-Methionine 9.2mg
- 5 Hydroxyanthranilic acid HCl 0.2mg
- Synthetic retinol concentrate(Powder form)(Vitamin A) 2500 IU
- Vitamin D3(Colecalciferol 200 IU
- Thiamine Mononitrate 5.0mg
Safety
Adverse effects
- GI upset (iron, high-dose vitamin C).
- Hypercalcaemia (vitamin D excess).
- Neuropathy with B6 megadoses.
- Flushing (niacin).
Use
Indications
- Deficiencirs of or increased requirements of amino acids and vitamins in Malnutrition, Stress, Convalescence, Debility, Alcoholism, Following Injury, As an adjunct to
- Antibiotics, Hypoglycemic Drugs, Anti Hypertensives, and Anti TB drugs
Pharmacology
Mode of action
Vitamins and minerals act as cofactors, antioxidants, structural elements or hormone precursors (e.
Full mechanism text
Vitamins and minerals act as cofactors, antioxidants, structural elements or hormone precursors (e.g. vitamin D endocrine axis). Pharmacological high-dose effects differ from nutritional repletion.
ADME
Pharmacokinetics & PD
| Onset | Days–weeks for repletion |
|---|---|
| Duration | Depends on stores and ongoing intake |
| Route | ORAL / IM / IV (selected) |
| Absorption | depends on GI integrity, food matrix and binders (e.g. calcium/iron interactions). Fat-soluble vitamins (A,D,E,K) accumulate; water-soluble generally renally cleared. |
Kenya
Brands & prices
| Brand | Company | Pack | KES |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASTYMIN LIQUID | DAIMA BIASHARA / Wholesale Import | 200ML | 433.44 |
Special populations
Pregnancy & lactation
Pregnancy
Folic acid preconception/first trimester critical. Iron/folate common in ANC. Avoid excess vitamin A.
Lactation
Maternal repletion often appropriate; avoid megadoses.
Diet
Food & alcohol
- Food
- Food
Trust
Sources & disclaimer
Source: Local active-ingredient clinical extract; FDA drug label via OpenFDA/DailyMed; Professional class pharmacology (Vitamin / mineral / nutritional supplement)
Clinical review date not recorded.
Decision support only — not a substitute for clinical judgment, product SmPC, or Kenya STG/EML.