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Pheburane (Sodium Phenylbutyrate)

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Pheburane (Sodium Phenylbutyrate)

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483mg / g granules

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  • Product Details

    Description

    Pheburane (sodium phenylbutyrate) is a prescription medication used with diet to manage adult and pediatric patients with urea cycle disorders (UCDs), involving deficiencies of carbamylphosphate synthetase (CPS), ornithine transcarbamylase (OTC), or argininosuccinic acid synthetase (AS).

    Pheburane is available in oral pellets containing 84 grams of sodium phenylbutyrate per bottle.

    Fact Table

    Formula

    C10H11NaO2

    License

    EMA

    Bioavailability

    ~100% (oral)

    Legal status

    Prescription only

    Chemical Name

    Sodium 4-phenylbutanoate

    Elimination half-life

    0.8 to 1 hour

    Dosage (Strength)

    483 mg/g oral granules

    Pregnancy

    Consult a doctor

    Brands

    Pheburane, Buphenyl

    Protein binding

    80% to 100%

    PubChem CID

    23663863

    MedlinePlus

    a694020

    ChEBI

    CHEBI:75043

    ATC code

    A16AX03

    DrugBank

    DB00360

    KEGG

    D01235

    Routes of administration

    Oral

    Directions

    Pheburane should be used as prescribed. The doctor will determine an appropriate dosage based on weight and any existing liver issues. The dose should be measured with the calibrated spoon provided with the prescription.

    Store Pheburane between 20°C and 25°C (68°F and 77°F) and away from children’s reach.

    You may refer to the medication leaflet that comes with the Pheburane prescription for further instructions for use.

    Speak with your doctor or pharmacist about any questions or concerns you have.

    Ingredients

    The active ingredient in Pheburane is sodium phenylbutyrate.

    Inactive ingredients include ethylcellulose, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol 1500, povidone K25, and sugar spheres.

    Contraindications

    There are no contraindications per the most recent Prescribing Information.

    Cautions

    • Before you begin treatment with Pheburane, tell your doctor about:
      • All the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
      • Your allergies
      • Your current health problems and past medical history
      • Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
    • Pheburane contains the following warnings and precautions:
      • Neurotoxicity with increased exposure to phenylacetate, which is the major metabolite of Pheburane
      • Low potassium levels in the blood
      • Edema (swelling)
      • Pheburane should be avoided by patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency.

    Side Effects

    Menstrual problems, decreased appetite, body odor, and bad taste or taste changes are common Pheburane side effects; however, other side effects may also occur.

    Immediately notify your doctor if you have side effects that bother you or persist.

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    Reference

    Pheburane. Princeton, NJ: Medunik USA, Inc.; 2023.




    IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

    Product Code : 14618

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