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Glycine

Generic Name
Glycine
Brand Names
Aminosyn II 7 %, Sulfite-free, Aminosyn-PF 7%, Clinimix 2.75/5, Clinimix E 2.75/5, Clinisol 15, Freamine 6.9, Freamine III 10, Hepatamine 8, Olimel, Periolimel, Plenamine, Premasol, Primene, Procalamine 3, Prosol, Travasol 10, Trophamine 10 %
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C2H5NO2
CAS Number
56-40-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
TE7660XO1C

Overview

A non-essential amino acid. It is found primarily in gelatin and silk fibroin and used therapeutically as a nutrient. It is also a fast inhibitory neurotransmitter.

Background

A non-essential amino acid. It is found primarily in gelatin and silk fibroin and used therapeutically as a nutrient. It is also a fast inhibitory neurotransmitter.

Indication

Supplemental glycine may have antispastic activity. Very early findings suggest it may also have antipsychotic activity as well as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities.

Associated Conditions

  • Coronary vascular graft occlusion
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Stroke
  • Transient Ischemic Attack
  • Vascular Occlusion

FDA Approved Products

Glycine
Manufacturer:Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Route:IRRIGATION
Strength:1.5 g in 100 mL
Approved: 2018/01/02
NDC:0338-0289
CLINIMIX
Manufacturer:Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Route:INTRAVENOUS
Strength:438 mg in 100 mL
Approved: 2021/04/13
NDC:0338-1091
CLINIMIX
Manufacturer:Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Route:INTRAVENOUS
Strength:515 mg in 100 mL
Approved: 2021/04/13
NDC:0338-1101
Premasol - sulfite-free (Amino Acid)
Manufacturer:Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Route:INTRAVENOUS
Strength:0.22 g in 100 mL
Approved: 2022/08/04
NDC:0338-1131
CLINIMIX E
Manufacturer:Baxter Healthcare Company
Route:INTRAVENOUS
Strength:515 mg in 100 mL
Approved: 2020/09/21
NDC:0338-1148

Singapore Approved Products

AMINOPLASMAL-15% INFUSION
Manufacturer:B BRAUN MELSUNGEN AG
Form:INJECTION
Strength:19.2 g/l
Online:Yes
Approved: 1995/09/14
Approval:SIN08352P
NUTRIFLEX® OMEGA SPECIAL EMULSION FOR INFUSION
Manufacturer:B. Braun Melsungen AG
Form:INJECTION, EMULSION
Strength:2.312g/1000ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 2018/04/23
Approval:SIN15469P
SmofKabiven Emulsion for Infusion
Manufacturer:Fresenius Kabi AB, Fresenius Kabi Austria GmbH
Form:INJECTION, EMULSION
Strength:11.0g /1000ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 2013/01/08
Approval:SIN14286P
KABIVEN PERIPHERAL EMULSION FOR INFUSION
Manufacturer:FRESENIUS KABI AB, FRESENIUS KABI AUSTRIA GMBH
Form:INJECTION
Strength:1.6 g/l
Online:Yes
Approved: 2001/11/16
Approval:SIN11718P
TROPHAMINE INJECTION 10%
Manufacturer:B BRAUN MEDICAL INC
Form:INJECTION
Strength:0.36 g/100 ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 1994/09/12
Approval:SIN07846P

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