Alglucosidase Alfa
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Lumizyme?;Myozyme?
Brand Names: Canada:
Myozyme?
Uses
- It is used to treat Pompe disease.
- Alglucosidase alfa acts as an enzyme.
Dosing
How to take
- It is given as a shot into a vein over a period of time.
- Diphenhydramine and acetaminophen may be given before this drug to lower itching and fever.
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