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Medications and Drugs for Treatment of Achondroplasia

Discover top medications for 'treating Achondroplasia'? This page compiles essential information on generic and brand-name drugs specifically used for Achondroplasia treatment.Here, you can explore dosages, prices, side effects, and administration recommendations to find a treatment that suits your needs.
The FAQ drug section on some common drugs addresses questions, offering insights into prescribed Achondroplasia medications and management strategies. Always check with your healthcare provider to confirm the suitability of any treatment option discussed here.

Achondroplasia

Achondroplasia is a rare genetic disorder of bone growth that causes short-limbed dwarfism. It occurs due to mutations in a single gene called the FGFR3.

Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Achondroplasia

Orlistat



Orlistat is a lipase inhibitor, prescribed for obesity in adults.

Brand Names :
Obelit | Reeshape | Obfree (60 mg) | Olisat (60 mg) | Nipocut | Cobese (60 mg) | Zerofat | O Trim | Orlimac | Reeshape 120
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Phentermine



Phentermine is an appetite suppressant, prescribed for exogenous obesity.

Somatropin



Somatropin is a synthetic human growth hormone, prescribed for growth hormone deficiency and turner syndrome.

Brand Names :
Norditropin Nordilet (5mg/1.5mL) | Norditropin Nordilet (10mg/1.5mL) | Norditropin Nordilet (15mg/1.5mg)
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