Show pageOld revisionsBacklinksBack to top This page is read only. You can view the source, but not change it. Ask your administrator if you think this is wrong. **GLUCOSE IS GIVEN IN TREATMENT OF ACUTE INTERMITTENT PORPHYRIA** * ACUTE INTERMITTENT PORPHYRIA is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait. * Deficiency of= PBG deaminase (UPG-1 synthase) leads to Accumulation of ALA and Porphobilinogen leads to Oxidative damage to CNS and neurotoxic effects {{ :screenshot_2025-02-16_150848.png?400 |}} **Effect of Glucose** - On ALA synthase :Inhibits Biosynthesis - On Succinyl Co-A : Uses up succinyl Co-A in TCA cycle