Phenylacetic acid
- Generic Name
- Phenylacetic acid
- Brand Names
- Ammonul
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C8H8O2
- CAS Number
- 103-82-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- ER5I1W795A
Overview
Phenylacetic acid is an organic compound containing a phenyl functional group and a carboxylic acid functional group. It is a white solid with a disagreeable odor. Because it is used in the illicit production of phenylacetone (used in the manufacture of substituted amphetamines), it is subject to controls in countries including the United States and China.
Background
Phenylacetic acid is an organic compound containing a phenyl functional group and a carboxylic acid functional group. It is a white solid with a disagreeable odor. Because it is used in the illicit production of phenylacetone (used in the manufacture of substituted amphetamines), it is subject to controls in countries including the United States and China.
Indication
For use as adjunctive therapy for the treatment of acute hyperammonemia and associated encephalopathy in patients with deficiencies in enzymes of the urea cycle.
Associated Conditions
- Hyperammonaemia
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