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How to Use

This drug must be added to infant formula or milk and given immediately after mixing. Sodium benzoate and sodium phenylacetate must not be mixed with other beverages - especially acidic beverages such as tea or coffee, since they may cause the drug to separate out.

Take this drug with meals.

It is important that you follow any special instructions from your family doctor, such as following a low protein diet. If you have any questions about this, check with your family doctor.

Dosage

• For oral dosage form - solution:
  • Treatment of too much ammonia in the blood:
    • Adults and children The dose is based on body weight and must be determined by the family doctor. It is usually 2.5 milliliters - mL per kilogram - 1.1 mL per pound a day, given in three to six divided doses. The dose is usually no more than 100 mL a day.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
• Keep the drug from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
• Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.