cystic fibrosis

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  1. Newly approved medicines for Cystic Fibrosis

    Here is an overview of each medicine to help guide you and your physician when making a treatment decision for Cystic Fibrosis: 

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  2. SMC rejects two cystic fibrosis drugs

    Orkambi and Symkevi have been rejected by the Scotland Medicines Consortium (SMC) due to their conclusion that the costs outweigh the benefits.

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  3. Kalydeco (ivacaftor) now approved in Canada for children aged 1-2

    Based on promising results from phase III clinical trials, Health Canada has decided to extend the use of Kalydeco (ivacaftor) to include children aged 1 to 2 years. 

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  4. Children with cystic fibrosis have a chance to breathe easier

    A recent clinical trial indicates that Symkevi/Symdeko (tezacaftor/ivacaftor) can safely and effectively loosen thick, sticky mucus for children 6-11 years old.

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