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Tetra-Prepid Injection

Prescription medication
Ingredient · strength
Soybean Oil›6g / 100mLPurified Fish Oil (High Dose Omega-3 Fatty Acids)›3g / 100mLPurified Olive Oil›5g / 100mLTriglycerides Medium-Chain›6g / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
대한약품공업(주)
Appearance
A homogeneous emulsion in a milky white color contained in a plastic bottle for injection.
Packaging
100mL/bag, 500mL/bag
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202106173 · Approved 2021.08.26

Summary

Main use
Improvement of nutritional status through energy and essential fatty acid supply
Who uses it
Adults · Children
Adult dosage
The dosage and infusion rate should be determined based on the ability to excrete the administered fats. It should be administered by drip infusion into central or peripheral veins. Standard dosage is 1.0 to 2.0 g/kg/day of fat (approximately 5 to 10 ml/kg/day). The recommended infusion rate is 0.125 g/kg/hr (approximately 0.63 ml/kg/hr) of fat, not exceeding 0.15 g/kg/hr (approximately 0.
Children's dosage
- Neonates and infants: Initial dosage of 0.5 to 1.0 g/kg/day of fat, gradually increasing to 0.5 to 1.0 g/kg/day of fat per day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
대한약품공업(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of nutritional status through energy and essential fatty acid supply

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This medication is used to provide necessary nutrients to patients who have difficulty or insufficient nutritional intake through oral consumption or gastrointestinal means. It improves the patient's nutritional status and aids in recovery by supplying energy, essential fatty acids, and omega-3 fatty acids. These nutrients play a crucial role in supporting metabolism and enhancing immune function. Therefore, it is appropriately used in patients requiring parenteral nutrition to resolve nutritional imbalances and improve overall health.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

The dosage and infusion rate should be determined based on the ability to excrete the administered fats. It should be administered by drip infusion into central or peripheral veins. Standard dosage is 1.0 to 2.0 g/kg/day of fat (approximately 5 to 10 ml/kg/day). The recommended infusion rate is 0.125 g/kg/hr (approximately 0.63 ml/kg/hr) of fat, not exceeding 0.15 g/kg/hr (approximately 0.

Children's dosage

- Neonates and infants: Initial dosage of 0.5 to 1.0 g/kg/day of fat, gradually increasing to 0.5 to 1.0 g/kg/day of fat per day.

Precautions

Caution is necessary when administering this medication to premature infants and low-birth-weight infants, as it may increase blood free fatty acid levels. Patients with allergies to any of the ingredients of this medication, as well as patients with severe hyperlipidemia, liver dysfunction, coagulation disorders, or renal failure should not use this medication. This medication should also be avoided in patients in unstable states such as acute shock, acute pulmonary edema, or heart failure. It should be used cautiously in patients with diseases that may affect fat metabolism, such as diabetes, renal failure, pancreatitis, liver dysfunction, hypothyroidism, and sepsis. During administration, blood triglyceride levels must be regularly monitored, and if the levels become too high, the dosage should be reduced or the administration should be stopped. This medication may cause allergic reactions such as fever, chills, skin rash, and respiratory distress during infusion, so administration should be stopped immediately if these symptoms occur. Overdosage may lead to hyperlipidemic syndrome, so symptoms should be carefully monitored and dosage adjusted accordingly. During administration, several clinical tests, including blood glucose, liver function, and electrolyte levels, should be performed regularly to monitor the patient's condition. Safety for pregnant or nursing women has not been established, so it should be used only when the therapeutic benefit outweighs the risks. Once opened, it should be used as soon as possible, and if not used, should be stored in a refrigerator and used within 24 hours. When mixing with other medications, it should be used immediately and not stored for more than 24 hours, and the mixed solution should be visually checked for any abnormalities. Store below 25 degrees without freezing, and dispose of any unused medication after a single use.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • difficulty breathing
  • pallor
  • anaphylactic reaction
  • skin rash
  • heat sensation
  • cold sensation
  • coma
  • jaundice

Mild side effects

  • Hypotension
  • hypertension
  • loss of appetite
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • prolonged erection
  • increase in body temperature
  • chills
  • skin rash
  • headache
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  • heat sensation
  • cold sensation
  • cyanosis
  • sore throat
  • back pain
  • bone pain
  • chest pain
  • low back pain
  • diarrhea
  • weight gain
  • muscle pain

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air ingress, and it is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 25 degrees. This will help maintain the efficacy of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A homogeneous emulsion in a milky white color contained in a plastic bottle for injection.

Package unit

100mL/bag, 500mL/bag

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