L-Glutamine
एल-ग्लूटामाइन
What it is
L-Glutamine is a medicine that helps prevent damage to red blood cells. It is available in tablet form and requires a prescription in India.
What it is used for
L-Glutamine is used to reduce the frequency of painful episodes in adults and children 5 years of age and older with sickle cell anemia.
- Reduce the frequency of painful episodes in sickle cell anemia
How it works
L-Glutamine works by helping to prevent damage to red blood cells. This action reduces the frequency of painful episodes associated with sickle cell anemia.
How it is sold in India
In India L-Glutamine comes as tablets.
Common side effects
Most people have no side effects or only mild ones. Possible side effects include constipation, nausea, headache, abdominal pain, cough, and pain in the back, legs, feet, hands, or arms.
See a doctor straight away if
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Who should not take it
Do not take if you are allergic to L-glutamine, any other medications. Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
Questions people ask
Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.
What happens if I take too much?
In case of overdose, get medical help or go to the nearest hospital immediately.
Brand names
1 medicines sold in India contain L-Glutamine.
Brands sold in India include Glutamune. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.
Where this comes from
We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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