Glutamine
Glutamine is an amino acid supplement used to treat conditions involving amino acid deficiencies or increased metabolic demands. It is commonly used in patients with short bowel syndrome, sickle cell disease, or those recovering from severe illness or surgery requiring nutritional support.
Glutamine is an amino acid supplement used to support patients with certain metabolic or nutritional deficiencies.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- A16AA02
- RxNorm
- unknown
- Generic
- Glutamine
- Class
- atc-a16
- Brands
- Endari
- Availability
- otc
- Pregnancy
- B
- Lactation
- safe
- Half-life (h)
- 1
- Onset (min)
- 30
- Duration (h)
- 4
- Routes
- oral
- Forms
- powder
- Regions
- United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany
- Monitoring
- renal function
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Used for amino acid supplementation in patients with short bowel syndrome, sickle cell disease, and severe trauma or illness requiring nutritional support when oral or enteral intake is inadequate.
As a conditionally essential amino acid, glutamine serves as a fuel source for rapidly dividing cells, supports immune function, and helps maintain intestinal integrity and nitrogen balance in the body.
Should be used under medical supervision. May interact with certain medications metabolized by the liver. Not recommended for patients with severe liver or kidney impairment without careful monitoring. Administration route and dosing depend on the specific clinical indication.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 27, 2026. · Read our editorial policy