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Acute intermittent porphyria; Hereditary coproporphyria; Congenital erythropoietic porphyria; Erythropoietic protoporphyria
Treatment
Some of the medicines used to treat a sudden (acute) attack of porphyria may include:
- Hematin given through a vein (
intravenously ) Pain medication - Propranolol to control the heartbeat
- Sedatives to help you feel sleepy and less anxious
Other treatments may include:
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Beta-carotene supplements - Chloroquine
- Fluids and glucose to boost
carbohydrate levels, which...
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