Sodium Phenylbutyrate (Systemic)
Brand Names : Buphenyl
CategoryDescriptionSodium phenylbutyrate (SOE-dee-um fen-il-BYOO-ti-rate) is used
to help treat a deficiency of enzymes that help remove ammonia from your body.
Ammonia is formed from the breakdown of protein in the body. If the ammonia
cannot be removed by the body, then a buildup may cause serious unwanted effects.
This medicine works by helping to reduce high levels of ammonia in the blood.
Sodium phenylbutyrate is available only with your doctor's prescription,
in the following dosage forms:
Oral
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Powder for solution (U.S.)
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Tablets (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
† Not commercially available in Canada.
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