Buphenyl - Sodium Phenylbutyrate Powder - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Buphenyl.
• Buphenyl
• SO-dee-um fen-ill-BYOU-tih-rate

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

Possible Side Effects

• Loss of appetite may occur.
• If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor promptly.
• Report promptly.

Buphenyl Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests should be performed routinely to monitor for side effects and response to therapy.

Usage Instructions

• Take by mouth or by feeding tube (nasogastric tube or gastrostomy), as directed.
• Dosage is based on your size/weight, condition and response to therapy.
• Generally the total daily dose is divided into equal amounts and given with each meal (i.
• e.
• , three times per day).
• The powder should be mixed with solid or liquid food.
• Do not mix with acidic beverages (for example, orange juice).
• Shake powder before use.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Read Before Using Buphenyl (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication helps remove excess nitrogen from the body.
• In addition to diet, this medication is used to manage the effects of certain metabolic disorders (urea cycle disorders).

Buphenyl Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 - 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.