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Generic Name

Nitisinone

Brand Names
Orfadin, NITYR, Harliku
FDA approval date: June 01, 2016
Classification: 4-Hydroxyphenyl-Pyruvate Dioxygenase Inhibitor
Form: Tablet, Suspension, Capsule

What is Orfadin (Nitisinone)?

Nitisinone capsules are indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients with hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 in combination with dietary restriction of tyrosine and phenylalanine. Nitisinone capsules are a hydroxy-phenylpyruvate dioxygenase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients with hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 in combination with dietary restriction of tyrosine and phenylalanine.

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