Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Aditya Singh, MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Reg No: MCI-654321 • Verified Medical Reviewer
Orfadin
(nitisinone)
Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range
About this medicine
Hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 (HT 1)Orfadin is indicated for the treatment of adult and paediatric (in any age range) patients with confirmed diagnosis of hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 (HT 1) in combination with dietary restriction of tyrosine and phenylalanine. Alkaptonuria (AKU)Orfadin is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with alkaptonuria (AKU).
Common Substitutes & Alternatives
These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.
Key Information
Salt / Composition
nitisinone
Category
Other alimentary tract and metabolism products
Manufacturer
Swedish Orphan Biovitrum International AB
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