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ORLADEYO® (berotralstat) Approved in Colombia
Globenewswire· 2025-06-13 11:00
Core Viewpoint - BioCryst Pharmaceuticals has received approval from INVIMA in Colombia for ORLADEYO (berotralstat) as a prophylactic treatment for hereditary angioedema (HAE) in patients aged 12 and older, marking a significant advancement in treatment options for HAE in the pan-Latin America region [1][2]. Group 1: Product Information - ORLADEYO is the first and only oral therapy specifically designed to prevent HAE attacks in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older, administered as one capsule daily [4]. - The drug functions by inhibiting plasma kallikrein, which is involved in the pathophysiology of HAE [4]. - ORLADEYO has already received regulatory approvals in several Latin American countries, including Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and Peru [3]. Group 2: Commercial Strategy - BioCryst has an exclusive collaboration with Pint Pharma GmbH for the registration and promotion of ORLADEYO in the pan-Latin America region, with Pint responsible for obtaining marketing authorizations and commercialization [3]. - Following the approval from INVIMA, BioCryst is working with Pint Pharma to ensure the availability of ORLADEYO to patients in Colombia [2]. Group 3: Safety and Usage Information - ORLADEYO is indicated for the prophylaxis of HAE attacks but is not approved for the treatment of acute HAE attacks [5][6]. - The recommended dosage is 150 mg once daily, with a reduced dosage of 110 mg for patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment [7]. - Common adverse reactions include abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, back pain, and gastroesophageal reflux disease, occurring in 10% or more of patients [7].