Sodium Benzoate and Sodium Phenylacetate (Systemic)

Brand Names : Ucephan

Proper Use of This Medicine

This medicine should be added to infant formula or milk and given immediately after mixing. Sodium benzoate and sodium phenylacetate should not be mixed with other beverages (especially acidic beverages such as tea or coffee), since they may cause the medicine to separate out.

Take this medicine with meals.

It is important that you follow any special instructions from your doctor, such as following a low protein diet. If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor.

Dosing - The dose of this combination medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average dose of this combination medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For oral dosage form (solution):
  • Treatment of too much ammonia in the blood:
    • Adults and children - The dose is based on body weight and must be determined by the doctor. It is usually 2.5 milliliters (mL) per kilogram (1.1 mL per pound) a day, given in three to six divided doses. The dose is usually no more than 100 mL a day.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
• Keep the medicine from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.