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EMFLAZA 18 mg/1

deflazacort · TABLET · PTC Therapeutics, Inc.

No Recall History
Plain English

Emflaza is an oral corticosteroid tablet used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy in patients age 5 and older. Each tablet contains 18 mg of deflazacort and requires a prescription.

Key Facts

Brand Name
EMFLAZA
Generic Name
deflazacort
NDC Code (Product)
52856-502
Manufacturer
PTC Therapeutics, Inc.
Strength
18 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA208684
Drug Class
Corticosteroid [EPC]
Marketing Start
09/10/2018

Recall History

No Recall History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EMFLAZA used for?

Emflaza is an oral corticosteroid tablet used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy in patients age 5 and older. Each tablet contains 18 mg of deflazacort and requires a prescription.

Is EMFLAZA a controlled substance?

EMFLAZA is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for EMFLAZA?

The generic name for EMFLAZA is deflazacort. There are 10 other brand versions of deflazacort.

What is the NDC code for EMFLAZA 18 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for EMFLAZA 18 mg/1 is 52856-502, listed by PTC Therapeutics, Inc..