Gaucher’s Disease
Gaucher’s disease is a rare genetic disorder. It belongs to a group of diseases called glycolipid storage diseases and is due to the lack of an enzyme called glucocerebrosidase.
Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Gaucher’s Disease
Alglucerase injection
Alglucerase injection is as an enzyme replacement therapy in patients diagnosed with type I Gaucher’s disease, a genetic disorder with symptoms and signs of anemia or bleeding tendency, liver disorder, and bone disease.
Velaglucerase Alfa for Injection
Velaglucerase Alfa for Injection is an enzyme, prescribed for long-term enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) for pediatric and adult patients with type 1 Gaucher disease.
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