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Galsulfase (Intravenous Route)
Drug Information provided by: MicromedexUS Brand Names
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Description
Galsulfase injection is used to treat symptoms of an inherited disease called mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS VI) disease or Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome. This medicine improves walking and stair-climbing ability in patients who are lacking a certain enzyme called N-acetylgalactosamine 4-sulfatase in the body.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.
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