Indications recommended for provision of amino acids and energy in patients who require intravenous nutrition. such conditions include hypoproteinemia, malnutrition, disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, infections, inadequate intake or refusal to eat. dosage and administrationthe usual adult dosage of pan-amin g is 500 ml via intravenous infusion over 50-100 minutes (130-80 drops/min). the dosage should be increased or decreased according to the age and body weight of the patient and the severity of the condition. the infusion rate should be slowed in elderly and severely ill patients. the maximal daily dose of sorbitol should not exceed 100 g.