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Drugs for Treatment of Muscle Atrophy

This section has a list of generic name(s) and the several brand name(s) of the drugs used for the treatment of Muscle Atrophy (Understanding Muscle Atrophy ). Its purpose is to provide doctors and consumers a ready reckoner to find the relevant drugs.
The information helps you learn more about the generic drug, including its brand name(s), price, dosage, side effects, adverse events, how to take and appropriate times to take it by simply click on the drugs. Plus there are FAQs too about each drug.
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Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Muscle Atrophy

Amifampridine

Amifampridine is prescribed for treating muscle disorders such as Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) among adults.
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Pipecuronium

Pipecuronium is a long-acting neuromuscular blocking agent which causes reversible paralysis of the skeletal muscles.
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Valbenazine

Valbenazine is a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 inhibitor, prescribed to treat a nervous system disorder symptom called tardive dyskinesia in adult patients.



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