Sodium phenylbutyrate and Zuplenz

• Generic Name: sodium phenylbutyrate
• Dosage Forms: oral powder
• Other Brand Names: Buphenyl

Sodium phenylbutyrate is converted to a substance in the body that helps the kidneys eliminate waste substances from the body. These waste substances can produce ammonia, which is toxic if it builds up in your blood.

Sodium phenylbutyrate is used to treat urea cycle disorders in people who lack certain liver enzymes needed to properly eliminate waste substances from the body. sodium phenylbutyrate helps prevent a build-up of ammonia in the blood.

Sodium phenylbutyrate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: ondansetron
• Dosage Forms: film, soluble
• Other Brand Names: Zofran, Zofran ODT, Zuplenz

Zuplenz (ondansetron) blocks the actions of chemicals in the body that can trigger nausea and vomiting.

Zuplenz is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by surgery, cancer chemotherapy, or radiation treatment.

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