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Ammonia build-up kills liver cells but can be prevented using existing drug

High levels of ammonia kill liver cells by damaging the mitochondria that power the cells. But this can be prevented using an existing drug due to start clinical trials, finds a new study in mice.
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NUCDF and Zevra Therapeutics Launch Check Ammonia Campaign to Highlight Critical Importance of Prompt, Accurate Blood Ammonia Testing for Diagnosing Urea Cycle Disorders

PASADENA, Calif. and CELEBRATION, Fla., Oct. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Urea Cycle Disorders Foundation (NUCDF) and Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. (ZVRA) are teaming up to launch an awareness ...
Augusta Free Press

VCU researchers find link between meat, higher levels of ammonia in patients with liver disease

Just one meal without meat can lower levels of harmful ammonia in individuals with advanced liver disease, researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Medicine and Richmond VA ...
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Existing drug could prevent liver damage caused by ammonia build-up

High levels of ammonia kill liver cells by damaging the mitochondria that power the cells. But this can be prevented using an existing drug due to start clinical trials, finds a new study in mice led ...