WHO Essential Medicine EML section: Moisturizers
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Glycerol is used for: Glycerol phenylbutyrate oral liquid is indicated for use as a nitrogen-binding agent for chronic management of patients with urea cycle disorders (UCDs) who cannot be managed by dietary protein restriction and/or amino acid supplementation alone. Common side effects include: The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Neurotoxicity Pancreatic insufficiency or Intestinal Malabsorption Most common adverse reactions (≥10%) in adults are: diarrhea, flatulence, and headache.. What it is used for: Glycerol phenylbutyrate oral liquid is indicated for use as a nitrogen-binding agent for chronic management of patients with urea cycle disorders (UCDs) who cannot be managed by dietary protein restriction and/or amino acid supplementation alone. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
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Glycerol phenylbutyrate oral liquid is indicated for use as a nitrogen-binding agent for chronic management of patients with urea cycle disorders (UCDs) who cannot be managed by dietary protein restriction and/or amino acid supplementation alone.
UCDs are inherited deficiencies of enzymes or transporters necessary for the synthesis of urea from ammonia (NH 3, NH 4 + ). Absence of these enzymes or transporters results in the accumulation of toxic levels of ammonia in the blood and brain of affected patients.
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Neurotoxicity Pancreatic insufficiency or Intestinal Malabsorption Most common adverse reactions (≥10%) in adults are: diarrhea, flatulence, and headache. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc.
Glycerol phenylbutyrate oral liquid is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to phenylbutyrate. Signs of hypersensitivity include wheezing, dyspnea, coughing, hypotension, flushing, nausea, and rash. Known hypersensitivity to phenylbutyrate.
Pregnancy (label summary): Risk Summary Limited available data with glycerol phenylbutyrate use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage. Report pregnancies to Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc.at 1-866-850-2876.
For a suspected overdose or poisoning, call 102 now and go to the nearest emergency hospital.
Call 102What is Glycerol used for?
Glycerol phenylbutyrate oral liquid is indicated for use as a nitrogen-binding agent for chronic management of patients with urea cycle disorders (UCDs) who cannot be managed by dietary protein restriction and/or amino acid supplementation alone.
How does Glycerol work?
UCDs are inherited deficiencies of enzymes or transporters necessary for the synthesis of urea from ammonia (NH 3, NH 4 + ). Absence of these enzymes or transporters results in the accumulation of toxic levels of ammonia in the blood and brain of affected patients.
What are the side effects of Glycerol?
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Neurotoxicity Pancreatic insufficiency or Intestinal Malabsorption Most common adverse reactions (≥10%) in adults are: diarrhea, flatulence, and headache.
Who should not take Glycerol?
Glycerol phenylbutyrate oral liquid is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to phenylbutyrate. Signs of hypersensitivity include wheezing, dyspnea, coughing, hypotension, flushing, nausea, and rash. Known hypersensitivity to phenylbutyrate.
Can I take Glycerol in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy (label summary): Risk Summary Limited available data with glycerol phenylbutyrate use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage. Report pregnancies to Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc.at 1-866-850-2876.
What is the dose of Glycerol?
Not provided here. Ask a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Glycerol?
Glycerol is used for: Glycerol phenylbutyrate oral liquid is indicated for use as a nitrogen-binding agent for chronic management of patients with urea cycle disorders (UCDs) who cannot be managed by dietary protein restriction and/or amino acid supplementation alone. Common side effects include: The following clini…
Sources: FDA SPL label (openFDA/DailyMed); RxNorm (NLM) · Reference · Reference · Reference
US FDA DailyMed; NLM RxNorm