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Agalsidase beta – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: FABRAZYME
Strength: 35 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection
Price in UAE: AED 16853.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Agalsidase beta

Class: | Enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) Use: | Treatment of Fabry disease (alpha-galactosidase A deficiency) to reduce the risk of complications associated with the disease Adult dose: | 1 mg/kg body weight administered every 2 weeks as an intravenous infusion Pediatric dose: | 1 mg/kg body weight administered every 2 weeks as an intravenous infusion for patients aged 8 years and older; safety and efficacy in children under 8 years have not been established Side effects: | Common side

Drug Class

Enzyme replacement therapy (ERT)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of Fabry disease (alpha-galactosidase A deficiency) to reduce the risk of complications associated with the disease

Storage Requirements

Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); do not freeze; protect from light; once reconstituted, use immediately or store at 2°C to 8°C for up to 24 hours

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Genzyme Europe B.V., NETHERLANDS

Package Size

1 Glass Vial (Powder)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 16853.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

1 mg/kg body weight administered every 2 weeks as an intravenous infusion

Pediatric Dose

1 mg/kg body weight administered every 2 weeks as an intravenous infusion for patients aged 8 years and older; safety and efficacy in children under 8 years have not been established

Side Effects

Common side effects include infusion-related reactions (e.g., fever, chills, headache, nausea), gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., abdominal pain, diarrhea), and skin reactions (e.g., rash)

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to agalsidase beta or any component of the formulation; caution in patients with a history of severe allergic reactions

Important Warnings

Risk of serious hypersensitivity reactions; monitor patients for infusion-related reactions; consider premedication with antihistamines and/or antipyretics; patients with cardiac or renal impairment should be monitored closely during treatment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Agalsidase beta available in UAE pharmacies:

FABRAZYME 35 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection FABRAZYME 5 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection

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See also: Other Enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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