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Pegunigalsidase alfa

Generic Name
Pegunigalsidase alfa
Brand Names
Elfabrio
Drug Type
Biotech
CAS Number
1644392-61-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
8M7V7Q6537

Overview

Pegunigalsidase alfa (PRX-102) is a recombinant form of human α-galactosidase-A indicated for long-term enzyme replacement therapy in patients with Fabry disease, a rare genetic disorder characterized by the deficiency of alpha-galactosidase A. Unlike other forms of recombinant alpha-galactosidase A, such as agalsidase alfa and agalsidase beta, pegunigalsidase alfa uses a plant cell-based protein expression system, leading to a different glycosylation pattern. While agalsidase alfa and agalsidase beta enter lysosomes via the mannose-6-phosphate (M6P) receptor, pegunigalsidase alfa carries no M6P on its glycans and does not depend on the M6P receptor during cellular uptake. Furthermore, the pegylation of pegunigalsidase alfa promotes higher stability and a longer half-life, allowing it to reach target organs with a lower dose and frequency of administration. In May 2023, the EMA granted marketing authorization to pegunigalsidase alfa in the European Union (EU) for the treatment of adult patients with Fabry disease. Later on, the FDA approved pegunigalsidase alfa for the treatment of adult patients with Fabry disease that same month.

Indication

Pegunigalsidase alfa is indicated for long-term enzyme replacement therapy in adult patients with a confirmed diagnosis of Fabry disease (deficiency of alpha-galactosidase).

Associated Conditions

  • Fabry's Disease

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Chiesi USA, Inc.
10122-160
INTRAVENOUS
20 mg in 10 mL
2/7/2024
Chiesi USA, Inc.
10122-165
INTRAVENOUS
5 mg in 2.5 mL
2/7/2024

EMA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Authorization Holder
Status
Issued Date
Authorised
5/4/2023

HSA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
Approval Number
Dosage Form
Strength
Approval Date
Elfabrio Concentrate for Solution for Infusion 2 mg/ml
SIN17186P
INFUSION, SOLUTION CONCENTRATE
2 mg/ml
2/20/2025

NMPA Drug Approvals

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TGA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
ARTG ID
Sponsor
Registration Type
Status
Registration Date
ELFABRIO pegunigalsidase alfa 20 mg/10 mL concentrated injection vial
446710
Medicine
A
5/26/2025

Health Canada Drug Approvals

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No CIMA AEMPS (Spain) approvals found for this drug.

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Malaysia NPRA Drug Approvals

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UK EMC Drug Information

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