Pheburane TM
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Active ingredients: sodium phenylbutyrate
Pack: Pheburane 483 mg/g granules, 174 g, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PHEBURANE sodium phenylbutyrate 483 mg/g granule bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Pheburane (sodium phenylbutyrate) is indicated for the management of hyperammonaemia associated with urea cycle disorders. Pheburane® should be used with dietary protein restriction and, in some cases, dietary supplements (e.g. essential amino acids, arginine, citrulline, and protein-free calorie supplements)
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules
- Oral
- White to off-white tasteless coated granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 174 g pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on January, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient sodium phenylbutyrate
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
