Can I get XIAFLEX in Mexico?
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Can I get XIAFLEX in Mexico?
Under the terms of the agreement, Actelion will receive exclusive rights to commercialize XIAFLEX for the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture and Peyronie’s disease in Canada, Australia, Brazil and Mexico upon receipt of the respective regulatory approvals.
Do you need a prescription for XIAFLEX?
XIAFLEX is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with Dupuytren’s contracture when a “cord” can be felt. It is not known if XIAFLEX is safe and effective in children under the age of 18.
Can XIAFLEX be repeated?
Xiaflex® 0.58 mg, 2 injections separated by 1 to 3 days, repeated after 6 weeks for up to 4 treatment cycles. 0.25 mL injections….
| Condition or disease | Intervention/treatment | Phase |
|---|---|---|
| Peyronie’s Disease | Drug: Xiaflex® 0.58 mg | Phase 4 |
How can I get XIAFLEX?
XIAFLEX® is an FDA-approved, nonsurgical treatment for adults with Dupuytren’s contracture when a “cord” can be felt. It starts breaking down the cord as soon as you receive the injection….XIAFLEX® is given:
- In a doctor’s office.
- By a Hand Specialist with XIAFLEX® training.
- With no general anesthesia required.
How much does an injection of XIAFLEX cost?
Pain, swelling and bruising can develop in the injection area. Xiaflex costs $3,300 an injection, so a full course of eight injections would cost about $26,000, in addition to a doctor’s fee. Doctors already use less expensive drugs off-label to treat Peyronies, including injections of a generic blood pressure drug.
How fast does XIAFLEX work?
Treatment cycles are typically spaced about 4-6 weeks apart. Some men may see improvements after one or two cycles, while men with severe curvatures may benefit more from three or four cycles.
How much does XIAFLEX cost in Canada?
Each single-dose vial of Xiaflex® is priced at $1,120, which equals to the cost of each injection.
What is the success rate of XIAFLEX?
Studies have shown 34% improvement in penile curvature in men who underwent treatment with Xiaflex injection compared to 18% improvement in men treated with saline injection.
Why is Xiaflex no longer available in Canada?
Notice : The Xiaflex was recently withdraw from the Canadian market by the US pharmaceutical company Endo for financial reasons. This drug is therefore no longer distributed in Canada. It is possible to obtain it through special permission from Health Canada.
How much does an injection of Xiaflex cost?
Why was XIAFLEX withdrawn?
The withdrawal was at the request of the marketing authorisation holder, Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ), which notified the European Commission of its decision to permanently discontinue the marketing of the product for commercial reasons.
