Amino Acid Injectables
Ingredients and Dosage Strengths of BCAA Injection
BCAA Injection General Information: There are nine essential amino acids which are not made by the body and therefore must be obtained via the diet. Three of the nine essential amino acids are the branched-chain aminos below.
L-Isoleucine 15 mg/mL, L-Leucine 10mg/mL, L-Valine 40 mg/mL 30 mL vial
BCAA Injection General Information
There are nine essential amino acids which are not made by the body and therefore must be obtained via the diet. These are called branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) because their molecular structure is branched.
L-Isoleucine
Isoleucine is the BCAA best known for its role in increasing endurance, helping to repair lean tissue, and encouraging blood clotting at the site of injury. This BCAA has been shown to provide potential benefit for athletes because its primary role in the body is to increase energy and help recovery from strenuous physical activity.
An isoleucine deficiency can produce symptoms like those of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), and can include:8
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Confusion
- Irritability
L-Leucine
Leucine works with the BCAAs isoleucine and valine to help repair lean mass, regulate blood sugar, and maintain the body’s energy levels. L-leucine has also shown to temporarily increase the production of growth hormone.
Leucine is also an effective BCAA for preventing lean body mass loss because it is metabolized to glucose more quickly than either isoleucine or valine. Increased available glucose inhibits the body having to break down lean body mass for energy during intense exertion.
Leucine is also involved in healing processes in bones, skin, and lean body mass tissue after traumatic injury. Because of this leucine is often administered in nutritional support for people recovering from surgery.
L-Valine
Valine may help in removing excess nitrogen from the liver and in transporting nitrogen to other tissues in the body as required. Valine has also been studied as an adjunctive nutritional support in people with liver and gallbladder disease caused by alcoholism or drug abuse. Valine has also been studied for reversing alcohol-related brain damage.
Precautions, Storage & Common Questions
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
According to the most recent research studies, daily intake of BCAAs substantially in excess of the BCAAs contained in dietary sources appears to be safe in humans.11 Excessive oral consumption can cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Who shouldn't take this supplement?
People who suffer from Maple Sugar Urine Disease (a rare but potentially fatal metabolic disorder) lack an essential enzyme to break down BCAAs and should not use BCAA injection. Consuming BCAAs has also been linked to lung failure and increased death rates when used in people with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). If you have ALS, you should not use branched-chain amino acids.
Possible side effects?
A recent study hasn’t found any side effects associated with taking the recommended dose of BCAAs.
How is it best taken?
BCAAs can be taken either orally or by intramuscular injection.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
It’s best to take it as soon as you remember. But if it’s almost time for the next dose, simply skip the missed one and take the next scheduled dose. Don’t take two doses at the same time.
How should I store this medicine?
Store BCAA Injection between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C) and keep it away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep out of reach of children. Throw away any unused medicine after the beyond-use date. Do not flush or pour down a sink or drain.