🔬 GastrointestinalCapsule
Orfadin
Nitisinone
Enzyme inhibitor that blocks toxic metabolite accumulation in hereditary tyrosinemia type 1.
Form
Capsule
Uses
2
Side effects
5
Category
Gastrointestinal
01
What is Orfadin used for?
- Hereditary tyrosinemia type 1
- Alkaptonuria
02
Nitisinone side effects
Common side effects of Nitisinone include:
Elevated tyrosine levels
Eye pain
Corneal opacity
Thrombocytopenia
Leukopenia
CommonModerateLess common
03
Nitisinone warnings & precautions
- Restrict dietary phenylalanine and tyrosine intake
- Routine eye exams required
- Monitor liver function and alpha-fetoprotein levels
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Frequently asked questions
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