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Apokyn FDA Approval History

FDA Approved: Yes (First approved April 20, 2004)
Brand name: Apokyn
Generic name: apomorphine
Dosage form: Injection
Company: Bertek Pharmaceuticals
Treatment for: Parkinson's Disease

Apokyn (apomorphine) is a non-ergoline dopamine agonist indicated for the acute, intermittent treatment of hypomobility, "off" episodes ("end-of-dose wearing off" and unpredictable "on/off" episodes) associated with advanced Parkinson’s disease.

Development timeline for Apokyn

DateArticle
Apr 20, 2004Approval Apokyn Bertek Pharmaceuticals - Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease

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