By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Medical Information, Documents, News - TheMediTary.Com Logo Medical Information, Documents, News - TheMediTary.Com Logo

TheMediTary.Com

Medical Information, Documents, News - TheMediTary.Com

  • Home
  • News
  • Drugs
  • Drugs A-Z
  • Medical Answers
  • About Us
  • Contact
Medical Information, Documents, News - TheMediTary.Com Logo Medical Information, Documents, News - TheMediTary.Com Logo
Search Drugs
  • Drugs
    • Latest Drugs
    • Drugs A-Z
    • Medical Answers
  • News
    • FDA Alerts
    • Medical News
    • Health
    • Consumer Updates
    • Children's Health
  • More TheMediTary.Com
    • About Us
    • Contact
Follow US
Home > Drugs > Urea cycle disorder agents > Pheburane
Urea cycle disorder agents

Pheburane

https://themeditary.com/drug/pheburane-3869.html
Medically Reviewed by Oluni Odunlami, MD TheMediTary.Com | Reviewed: Aug 05, 2023  Additional Content by TheMediTary.Com

Generic name: sodium phenylbutyrate [ sow-dee-um-fen-il-byoo-ti-rate ]

Drug class: Urea cycle disorder agents

Dosage form: oral pellet

Availability: Prescription only

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available

Brand names: Buphenyl, Olpruva, Sodium phenylbutyrate

Contents
Uses Warnings Before Taking Dosage Side effects Interactions

What is Pheburane?

Pheburane is used in adults and children to treat urea cycle disorders.

Pheburane can be used with other medicines and may also include changes in diet.

Pheburane may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

How should I use Pheburane

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

You may need to follow a special diet. Follow all instructions of your doctor or dietitian. Learn about the foods you should eat or avoid.

Wear a medical alert tag or carry an ID card to let others know you have a urea cycle disorder.

Doses are based on weight. Your dose may change if you gain or lose weight.

Take Pheburane with food.

Shake the oral powder lightly before mixing it with food.

Measure the dose of sodium phenylbutyrate oral pellets with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Swallow Pheburane oral pellets immediately with soft food, such as applesauce, or water, fruit juices, or protein-free infant formulas. Do not chew or mix into liquids.

Do not give or take Pheburane oral suspension and oral pellets through a gastrostomy or nasogastric tube

Your blood may need to be tested often.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use. Throw away any remaining oral pellets 45 days after first opening the bottle.

Detailed Pheburane dosage information
Pheburane Dosage information (more detail)

Before Taking

Pheburane should not be used to treat immediate symptoms of an ammonia build-up.

Tell your doctor if you have:

  • heart problems;

  • high blood pressure;

  • diabetes or a history of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, or sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (Pheburane oral pellet contains sucrose); or

  • liver or kidney disease.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Oral pellet: Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if your next dose is due in less than 3 hours. Do not use two doses at one time.

Oral suspension, tablets, powder: Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while using Pheburane?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

Pheburane side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Pheburane may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • nervous system problems-- sleepiness, tiredness, feeling light-headed, vomiting, nausea, headache, confusion;

  • low blood potassium--leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, increased thirst or urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling;

  • heart problems--swelling, rapid weight gain, feeling short of breath; or

  • signs of infection--fever, chills, sore throat, body aches, unusual tiredness, loss of appetite, bruising or bleeding.

Common side effects of Pheburane may include:

  • missed menstrual periods or changes in your menstrual periods;

  • loss of appetite;

  • change in body odor; or

  • unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See more: Pheburane Side Effects

What other drugs will affect Pheburane?

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

  • steroids;

  • haloperidol;

  • valproic acid; or

  • probenecid.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Pheburane, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

More about Pheburane (Sodium phenylbutyrate [ sow-dee-um-fen-il-byoo-ti-rate ])

Dosage information
Pheburane Side Effects
During pregnancy
Pheburane Prescribing Information
Drug images
Side effects
Drug class: Urea cycle disorder agents

Related treatment guides

Urea Cycle Disorders
Share this Article
Contents
Uses Warnings Before Taking Dosage Side effects Interactions
Related Drugs
Fidanacogene Elaparvovec
Cerave Anti-Itch
Centrum Adult
Crovalimab
Cyltezo Prefilled Syringe
Zepbound Pen
Mylanta One
Uretron Ds
Medihoney Wound And Burn Dressing
Lidotrode

Other drugs

Name Drug Class Updated
Fidanacogene Elaparvovec Drugs 03-Oct-2024
Cerave Anti-Itch Drugs 02-Oct-2024
Centrum Adult Drugs 02-Oct-2024
Crovalimab Drugs 02-Oct-2024
Cyltezo Prefilled Syringe Drugs 01-Oct-2024
Zepbound Pen Drugs 30-Sep-2024
Mylanta One Drugs 27-Sep-2024
Uretron Ds Drugs 27-Sep-2024
Medihoney Wound And Burn Dressing Drugs 26-Sep-2024
Lidotrode Drugs 26-Sep-2024
Libervant Drugs 26-Sep-2024
Moderna Covid-19 Drugs 25-Sep-2024
Beqvez Drugs 24-Sep-2024
Beqvez Drugs 24-Sep-2024
Beqvez Drugs 24-Sep-2024

Categories

  • FDA Alerts
  • Medical News
  • Health
  • Consumer Updates
  • Children's Health

About US

Welcome to TheMediTary.Com

Our website provides reliable and up-to-date information on various medical topics. We empower individuals to take charge of their health by simplifying complex medical jargon and providing practical tips and advice. We prioritize the privacy and confidentiality of our users and welcome feedback to improve our services.

Website use data of FDA and other sources

DMCA.com Protection Status Truste Protection Status Trust Mark Protection Status
HONcode logo We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information.
Quick Link
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Editorial Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Disclaimer
  • DMCA
  • Do Not Sell My Personal Information
  • Sitemap
  • Care Notes
  • Health Guide
  • Professional
Drugs
  • New Drugs
  • Medical Answers
  • Drugs A-Z
  • Drug Classes
  • Drug Dosage
  • Pill Identifier
  • Consumer Infor
  • Side Effects
  • Inactive Ingredients
  • Pregnancy Warnings
  • Patient Tips
  • Treatments
News
  • Latest News
  • FDA Alerts
  • Medical News
  • Health
  • Consumer Updates
  • Children's Health
Find US
  • Medium
  • Google Site
  • Blogspot
  • API
  • Reddit
  • Tumblr
  • Scoop.it
  • Substack
  • Wordpress
  • Wix
  • Behance

© 2025 TheMediTary.Com All rights reserved. Operated by