Xiaflex Approval History

• FDA approved: Yes (First approved February 3rd, 2010)
• Brand name: Xiaflex
• Generic name: collagenase clostridium histolyticum
• Company: BioSpecifics Technologies Corp.
• Treatment for: Dupuytren's Contracture

Xiaflex (collagenase clostridium histolyticum) is a collagenase product for the treatment of Dupuytren's contracture, a condition that affects the connective tissue that lies beneath the skin in the palm.

FDA Approval History for Xiaflex

Date	Article
Feb  3, 2010	Auxilium Announces U.S. Food and Drug Administration Approval for Xiaflex for the Treatment of Dupuytren's Contracture
Sep 17, 2009	FDA Advisory Committee Unanimously Recommends Approval of Xiaflex for Treatment of Dupuytren's Disease
Apr 29, 2009	BioSpecifics Technologies Corp. Announces FDA Acceptance of Biologics License Application With Priority Review for Xiaflex for the Treatment of Dupuytren's Disease

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Xiaflex (collagenase clostridium histolyticum) Consumer Information

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