Balanced E Complex

Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate):

• Description
• Clinical pharmacology
• Indications and usage
• Contraindications
• Warnings
• Precautions
• Adverse reactions
• Overdosage
• Dosage and administration
• How supplied
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TRACE ELEMENT ADDITIVE FOR IV USE AFTER DILUTION

DESCRIPTION

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection is a sterile, nonpyrogenic solution for use as an additive to solutions for Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN).

Each mL contains Selenious Acid 65.4 mcg (equivalent to elemental Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) 40 mcg/mL) and Water for Injection q.s. pH may be adjusted with nitric acid to 1.8 to 2.4.

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) is part of glutathione peroxidase which protects cell components from oxidative damage due to peroxides produced in cellular metabolism.

Prolonged TPN support in humans has resulted in Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) deficiency symptoms which include muscle pain and tenderness. The symptoms have been reported to respond to supplementation of TPN solutions with Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)).

Pediatric conditions, Keshan disease, and Kwashiorkor, have been associated with low dietary intake of Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)). The conditions are endemic to geographical areas with low Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) soil content. Dietary supplementation with Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) salts has been reported to reduce the incidence of the conditions among affected children.

Normal blood levels of Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) in different human populations have been found to vary and depend on the Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) content of the food consumed. Results of surveys carried out in some countries are tabulated below:

Plasma Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) levels of 0.3 and 0.9 mcg/100 mL have been reported to produce deficiency symptoms in humans.

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) is eliminated primarily in urine. However, significant endogenous losses through feces also occur. The rate of excretion and the relative importance of two routes varies with the chemical form of Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) used in supplementation. Ancillary routes of elimination are lungs and skin.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection is indicated for use as a supplement to intravenous solutions given for total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Administration of Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) in TPN solutions helps to maintain plasma Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) levels and to prevent depletion of endogenous stores and subsequent deficiency symptoms.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection should not be given undiluted by direct injection into a peripheral vein because of the potential for infusion phlebitis.

WARNINGS

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection can be toxic if given in excessive amounts. Supplementation of TPN solution with Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) should be immediately discontinued if toxicity symptoms are observed. Frequent determination of plasma Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) levels during TPN support and close medical supervision is recommended.

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection is a hypotonic solution and should be administered in admixtures only.

This product contains aluminum that may be toxic. Aluminum may reach toxic levels with prolonged parenteral administration if kidney function is impaired. Premature neonates are particularly at risk because their kidneys are immature, and they require large amounts of calcium and phosphate solutions, which contain aluminum.

Research indicates that patients with impaired kidney function, including premature neonates, who receive parenteral levels of aluminum at greater than 4 to 5 mcg/kg/day accumulate aluminum at levels associated with central nervous system and bone toxicity. Tissue loading may occur at even lower rates of administration.

PRECAUTIONS

As Balanced E Complex ) is eliminated in urine and feces, Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) supplements may be adjusted, reduced or omitted in renal dysfunction and/or gastrointestinal malfunction. In patients receiving blood transfusions, contribution from such transfusions should also be considered. Frequent Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) plasma level determinations are suggested as a guideline.

In animals, Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) has been reported to enhance the action of Vitamin E and decrease the toxicity of mercury, cadmium and arsenic.

Pregnancy

Teratogenic Effects

Pregnancy Category C: Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) at high dose levels (15-30 mcg/egg) has been reported to have adverse embryological effects among chickens. There are however, no adequate and wellcontrolled studies in pregnant women. Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection should be used during pregnancy only if potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Presence of Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) in placenta and umbilical cord blood has been reported in humans.

ADVERSE REACTIONS

The amount of Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) present in Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection is small. Symptoms of toxicity from Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) are unlikely to occur at the recommended dosage level.

OVERDOSAGE

Chronic toxicity in humans resulting from exposure to Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) in industrial environments, intake of foods grown in seleniferous soils, use of selenium-contaminated water, and application of cosmetics containing Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) has been reported in literature. Toxicity symptoms include hair loss, weakened nails, dermatitis, dental defects, gastrointestinal disorders, nervousness, mental depression, metallic taste, vomiting, and garlic odor of breath and sweat. Acute poisoning due to ingestion of large amounts of Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) compounds has resulted in death with histopathological changes including fulminating peripheral vascular collapse, internal vascular congestion, diffusely hemorrhagic, congested and edematus lungs, brick-red color gastric mucosa. The death was preceded by coma.

No effective antidote to Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) poisoning in humans is known. Animal studies have shown casein and linseed oil in feeds, reduced glutathione, arsenic, magnesium sulfate, and bromobenzene to afford limited protection.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection provides 40 mcg selenium/mL. For metabolically stable adults receiving TPN, the suggested additive dosage level is 20 to 40 mcg selenium/day. For pediatric patients, the suggested additive dosage level is 3 mcg/kg/day.

In adults, Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) deficiency states resulting from long-term TPN support, Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) as selenomethionine or selenious acid, administered intravenously at 100 mcg/day for a period of 24 and 31 days, respectively, has been reported to reverse deficiency symptoms without toxicity.

Aseptic addition of Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection to the TPN solution under laminar flow hood is recommended. Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) is physically compatible with the electrolytes and other trace elements usually present in amino-acid/dextrose solution used for TPN. Frequent monitoring of plasma Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) levels is suggested as a guideline for subsequent administration. The normal whole blood range for Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) is approximately 10 to 37 mcg/100 mL.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration, whenever solution and container permit.

HOW SUPPLIED

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) Injection containing selenious acid 65.4 mcg/mL (equivalent to elemental Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) 40 mcg/mL).

NDC 0517-6510-25 10 mL Single Dose Vial Packaged in boxes of 25

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).

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REGENT, INC.

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NDC 0517-6510-25

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) INJECTION

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) 400 mcg/10 mL

(40 mcg/mL)

10 mL

SINGLE DOSE VIAL

Trace Element Additive

FOR IV USE AFTER DILUTION

PRESERVATIVE FREE

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SHIRLEY, NY 11967

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Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) INJECTION

Balanced E Complex (Selenium (Selenium HVP Chelate)) 400 mcg/10 mL

(40 mcg/mL)

Trace Element Additive

NDC 0517-6510-25

25 x 10 mL

SINGLE DOSE VIALS

FOR INTRAVENOUS USE AFTER DILUTION PRESERVATIVE FREE Rx Only

Each mL contains: Selenious Acid 65.4 mcg, Water for Injection q.s.

pH adjusted with Nitric Acid. Sterile, nonpyrogenic.

WARNING: DISCARD UNUSED PORTION. Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F); excursions

permitted to 15°-30°C (59°-86°F).

Directions for Use: See Package Insert.

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SHIRLEY, NY 11967

Rev. 11/05

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Vitamin C:

• Pharmacological action
• Pharmacokinetics
• Why is Balanced E Complex prescribed?
• Dosage and administration
• Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) side effects, adverse reactions
• Balanced E Complex contraindications
• Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Special instructions
• Balanced E Complex drug interactions
• Balanced E Complex in case of emergency / overdose
• Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) reviews

Pharmacological action

Ascorbic acid is essential for the formation of intracellular collagen, is required to strengthen the structure of teeth, bones, and the capillary walls. Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) participates in redox reactions, the metabolism of tyrosine, converting folic acid into folinic acid, metabolism of carbohydrates, the synthesis of lipids and proteins, iron metabolism, processes of cellular respiration. Reduces the need for vitamins B1, B2, A, E, folic acid, pantothenic acid, enhances the body's resistance to infections; enhances iron absorption, contributing to its sequestration in reduced form. Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) has antioxidant properties.

With intravaginal application of ascorbic acid lowers the vaginal pH, inhibiting the growth of bacteria and helps to restore and maintain normal pH and vaginal flora (Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus gasseri).

Pharmacokinetics

After oral administration ascorbic acid is completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Widely distributed in body tissues.

The concentration of ascorbic acid in blood plasma in normal amounts to approximately 10-20 mg / ml.

The concentration of ascorbic acid in white blood cells and platelets is higher than in erythrocytes and plasma. When deficient state of concentration in leucocytes is reduced later and more slowly and is regarded as the best criterion for evaluating the deficit than the concentration in plasma.

Plasma protein binding is about 25%.

Ascorbic acid is reversibly oxidized to form dehydroascorbic acid, is metabolized with the formation of ascorbate-2-sulphate which is inactive and oxalic acid which is excreted in the urine.

Ascorbic acid taken in excessive quantities is rapidly excreted unchanged in urine, it usually happens when exceeding a daily dose is 200 mg.

Why is Balanced E Complex prescribed?

For systemic use of Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) Kimia Farma: prevention and treatment of hypo- and avitaminosis of Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C); providing increased need for Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) during growth, pregnancy, lactation, with heavy loads, fatigue and during recovery after prolonged severe illness; in winter with an increased risk of infectious diseases.

For intravaginal use: chronic or recurrent vaginitis (bacterial vaginosis, nonspecific vaginitis) caused by the anaerobic flora (due to changes in pH of the vagina) in order to normalize disturbed vaginal microflora.

Dosage and administration

This medication administered orally, IM, IV, intravaginally.

For the prevention of deficiency conditions Balanced E Complex dose is 25-75 mg / day, for the treatment - 250 mg / day or more in divided doses.

For intravaginal used ascorbic acid drugs in appropriate dosage forms.

Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) side effects, adverse reactions

CNS: headache, fatigue, insomnia.

Digestive system: stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting.

Allergic reaction: describes a few cases of skin reactions and manifestations of the respiratory system.

Urinary system: when used in high doses - hyperoxaluria and the formation of kidney stones of calcium oxalate.

Local reactions: with intravaginal application - a burning or itching in the vagina, increased mucous discharge, redness, swelling of the vulva. Other: sensation of heat.

Balanced E Complex contraindications

Increased sensitivity to ascorbic acid.

Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding

The minimum daily requirement of ascorbic acid in the II and III trimester of pregnancy is about 60 mg.

Ascorbic acid crosses the placental barrier. It should be borne in mind that the fetus can adapt to high doses of ascorbic acid, which takes a pregnant woman, and then a newborn baby may develop the ascorbic disease as the reaction of cancel. Therefore, during pregnancy should not to take ascorbic acid in high doses, except in cases where the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk.

The minimum daily requirement during lactation is 80 mg. Ascorbic acid is excreted in breast milk. A mother's diet that contains adequate amounts of ascorbic acid, is sufficient to prevent deficiency in an infant. It is unknown whether dangerous to the child's mother use of ascorbic acid in high doses. Theoretically it is possible. Therefore, it is recommended not to exceed the maximum daily nursing mother needs to ascorbic acid, except when the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk.

Special instructions

Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) is used with caution in patients with hyperoxaluria, renal impairment, a history of instructions on urolithiasis. Because ascorbic acid increases iron absorption, its use in high doses can be dangerous in patients with hemochromatosis, thalassemia, polycythemia, leukemia, and sideroblastic anemia.

Patients with high content body iron should apply ascorbic acid in minimal doses.

Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) is used with caution in patients with deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase.

The use of ascorbic acid in high doses can cause exacerbation of sickle cell anemia.

Data on the diabetogenic action of ascorbic acid are contradictory. However, prolonged use of ascorbic acid should periodically monitor your blood glucose levels.

It is believed that the use of ascorbic acid in patients with rapidly proliferating and widely disseminated tumors may worsen during the process. It should therefore be used with caution in ascorbic acid in patients with advanced cancer.

Absorption of ascorbic acid decreased while use of fresh fruit or vegetable juices, alkaline drinking.

Balanced E Complex drug interactions

In an application with barbiturates, primidone increases the excretion of ascorbic acid in the urine.

With the simultaneous use of oral contraceptives reduces the concentration of ascorbic acid in blood plasma.

In an application of Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) with iron preparations ascorbic acid, due to its regenerative properties, transforms ferric iron in the bivalent, which improves its absorption.

Ascorbic acid in high doses can decrease urine pH that while the application reduces the tubular reabsorption of amphetamine and tricyclic antidepressants.

With the simultaneous use of aspirin reduces the absorption of ascorbic acid by about a third.

Balanced E Complex (Vitamin C) in an application with warfarin may decrease effects of warfarin.

With the simultaneous application of ascorbic acid increases the excretion of iron in patients receiving deferoxamine. In the application of ascorbic acid at a dose of 500 mg / day possibly left ventricular dysfunction.

In an application with tetracycline is increased excretion of ascorbic acid in the urine.

There is a described case of reducing the concentration of fluphenazine in plasma in patients treated with ascorbic acid 500 mg 2 times / day.

May increase the concentration of ethinyl estradiol in the blood plasma in its simultaneous application in the oral contraceptives.

Balanced E Complex in case of emergency / overdose

Symptoms: long-term use of large doses (more than 1 g) - headache, increased CNS excitability, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gastritis giperatsidnyh, ultseratsiya gastrointestinal mucosa, inhibition of the function insular apparatus of the pancreas (hyperglycemia, glycosuria), hyperoxaluria, nephrolithiasis (calcium oxalate), damage to the glomerular apparatus of the kidneys, moderate thamuria (when receiving a dose of 600 mg / day).

Decrease capillary permeability (possibly deteriorating trophic tissues, increased blood pressure, hypercoagulability, the development of microangiopathy).

When IV administration in high doses - the threat of termination of pregnancy (due to estrogenemia), hemolysis of red blood cells.

Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate):

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Indication: Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)), known for its antioxidant activities, is protective against cardiovascular disease and some forms of cancer and has also demonstrated immune-enhancing effects. It may be of limited benefit in some with asthma and rheumatoid arthritis. It may be helpful in some neurological diseases including Alzheimer's, some eye disorders including cataracts, and diabetes and premenstrual syndrome. It may also help protect skin from ultraviolet irradiation although claims that it reverses skin aging, enhances male fertility and exercise performance are poorly supported. It may help relieve some muscle cramps.

Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) has antioxidant activity. It may also have anti-atherogenic, antithrombotic, anticoagulant, neuroprotective, antiviral, immunomodulatory, cell membrane-stabilizing and antiproliferative actions. Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) is a collective term used to describe eight separate forms, the best-known form being alpha-tocopherol. Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) is a fat-soluble vitamin and is an important antioxidant. It acts to protect cells against the effects of free radicals, which are potentially damaging by-products of the body's metabolism. Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) is often used in skin creams and lotions because it is believed to play a role in encouraging skin healing and reducing scarring after injuries such as burns. There are three specific situations when a Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) deficiency is likely to occur. It is seen in persons who cannot absorb dietary fat, has been found in premature, very low birth weight infants (birth weights less than 1500 grams, or 3½ pounds), and is seen in individuals with rare disorders of fat metabolism. A Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) deficiency is usually characterized by neurological problems due to poor nerve conduction. Symptoms may include infertility, neuromuscular impairment, menstrual problems, miscarriage and uterine degradation. Preliminary research has led to a widely held belief that Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) may help prevent or delay coronary heart disease. Antioxidants such as Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) help protect against the damaging effects of free radicals, which may contribute to the development of chronic diseases such as cancer. It also protects other fat-soluble vitamins (A and B group vitamins) from destruction by oxygen. Low levels of Balanced E Complex (Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol Acid Succinate)) have been linked to increased incidence of breast and colon cancer.