Xiaflex Alternatives Compared
| Xiaflex | Collagenase clostridium histolyticum |
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| Xiaflex (collagenase clostridium histolyticum) | Collagenase clostridium histolyticum |
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Prescription only
Xiaflex contains a mixture of two enzymes derived from the fermentation of Clostridium histolyticum bacteria, which can break down collagen. It may be used to treat Dupuytren's contracture in adults... View more |
Prescription only
Prescribed for Peyronie's Disease, Dupuytren's contracture, Cellulite. collagenase clostridium histolyticum may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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| More about Xiaflex (collagenase clostridium histolyticum) | More about Collagenase clostridium histolyticum | |
| Generic Status | ||
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No lower-cost generic available |
No lower-cost generic available |
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| Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Xiaflex has an average rating of 2.9 out of 10 from a total of 95 ratings on Drugs.com. 18% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 78% reported a negative effect. |
Collagenase clostridium histolyticum has an average rating of 2.9 out of 10 from a total of 96 ratings on Drugs.com. 17% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 78% reported a negative effect. |
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| Side Effects | ||
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Common side effects include:
See also: Xiaflex side effects in more detail. |
Commonly reported side effects include:
See also: collagenase clostridium histolyticum side effects in more detail. |
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| Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance | ||
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We could not find an exact match for this medicine. Try searching the Price Guide directly. |
We could not find an exact match for this medicine. Try searching the Price Guide directly. |
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| Dosage Form(s) Available | ||
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N/A |
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| Brand Names | ||
| Other collagenase clostridium histolyticum brands include: Qwo | Qwo, Xiaflex | |
| Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. | ||
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N/A |
N/A |
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| CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | ||
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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| Pregnancy Category | ||
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Category B
No proven risk in humans
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category B
No proven risk in humans
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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| Drug Interactions | ||
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A total of 55 drugs are known to interact with Xiaflex:
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A total of 55 drugs are known to interact with collagenase clostridium histolyticum:
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| Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions | ||
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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| Disease Interactions | ||
| First Approval Date | ||
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February 02, 2010 |
N/A |
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| WADA Class View World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. | ||
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N/A |
N/A |
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| More Information | ||
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| Related Treatment Guide | ||
** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
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