Pompe Disease / Glycogen Storage Disease Type II / Acid Maltase Deficiency
Pompe disease or Glycogen Storage Disease is a rare genetic disease caused by the buildup of a sugar called glycogen in the body’s cells. It is caused by the deficiency or absence of the enzyme alpha-glucosidase.
Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Pompe Disease
Alglucosidase
Alglucosidase is an enzyme replacement therapy used for treating Pompe disease, a rare metabolic disorder that damages the muscles and nerves caused due to the accumulation of glycogen in the lysosome.