Data from EMA (European Medicines Agency) - Curated by EPG Health - Last updated 10 April 2018
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Learning Zones
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Acute and Advanced Heart Failure
What are the most effective treatments for acute heart failure? Can you define advanced heart failure? Discover here...
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Transplantation
See information on best practice in solid organ transplantation, and expert discussions on related hot topics.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Knowledge Centre
The Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Knowledge Centre contains key information relating to the epidemiology and pathophysiology of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, highlighting prevalence, impact and unmet needs and the underlying inflammatory processes that drive IBD, considering some of the key inflammatory pathways.
Pain, Agitation and Delirium (PAD) Management
Discover the latest guidance on assessment and management of pain, agitation and delirium for patients requiring sedation.
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Fluid Management
Are you up-to-date with the latest evidence of effective procedures for fluid management?
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Oral Anticoagulation Reversal
Experts discuss the use of non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants in the treatment and prevention of stroke, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in atrial fibrillation patients.
Fabry Disease
Explore the pathophysiology and treatment options for Fabry disease, a deficiency of the lysosomal enzyme alpha-galactosidase A
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More information
Category | Value |
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Agency product number | EMEA/H/C/000882 |
Orphan designation | No |
Date First Approved | 21-02-2008 |
Type | Medicinal product subject to restricted medical prescription |
Marketing authorisation holder | Teva Pharma B.V. |