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Drugs are classified into risk categories based on their potential to induce acute attacks in acute intermittent porphyria (AIP), variegate porphyria (VP) and hereditary coproporphyria (HCP). Search for generic names, brand names (recommended) from various sources or ATC-codes. By default only classified drugs are shown (unless all are unclassified).

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The information provided in this database is intended for use by healthcare professionals, as guidance for their treatment of patients with acute porphyria, or in persons with a genetic disposition for acute porphyria. The Norwegian Porphyria Centre (NAPOS) accepts no responsibility for any errors, differences of opinion, or adverse consequences arising from the use of information published on this website. In the database, drugs are classified into different risk categories based on a thorough evaluation of international clinical experience, published case reports, and theoretical considerations. It is important to be aware that this involves some degree of uncertainty. While it may be of interest to patients, decisions regarding drug use in acute porphyria should always be made in consultation with healthcare professionals. Read more in About the database.

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