Information about Carglumic Acid
Generic Name : Carglumic AcidUp-to-date prescription details regarding Carglumic Acid are provided here.
Pronunciation : kar-GLOO-mik AS-id
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Carglumic Acid, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Therapeutic Classification : Orphan Drug
Trade Names/Brand Names of Carglumic Acid
International :
Carbaglu
Why is Carglumic Acid Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is similar to n-acetylglutamate (NAG), prescribed for hyperammonemia due to the deficiency of the liver enzyme named as N-acetylglutamate synthase (NAGS). It acts as a replacement for NAG.When should Carglumic Acid not be taken? (Contraindications)
None.What is the dosage of Carglumic Acid?
Adult- PO- The recommended initial dose is 100 mg/kg/day to 250 mg/kg/day.How should Carglumic Acid be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, immediately before meals.What are the warnings and precautions for Carglumic Acid?
• Caution needed for patients with any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Follow the diet program as directed by your healthcare provider.
What are the side effects of Carglumic Acid?
Most Common - Vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, tonsilitis, anemia, ear infection, diarrhea, throat inflammation, and headache.Blood - Anemia.
ENT - Ear infection.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty in swallowing.
General - Weakness, fever.
Infections - Infection, throat inflammation, pneumonia.
Metabolic - Loss of appetite, hemoglobin decreased, weight decreased.
Central Nervous System - Headache, drowsiness.
Skin - Rash.
