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lomitapide

lomitapide (LOJUXTA) is a microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor.

EMA: approved Cardiovascular system (C10) C10AX12
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Drug details — lomitapide
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Quick answer

lomitapide (LOJUXTA) is a microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor.

Key facts

INN lomitapide
Brand LOJUXTA
Mechanism Microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor
Therapeutic class Cardiovascular system (C10)
ATC code C10AX12

Mechanism of action

Microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

Recent coverage

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Frequently asked questions

What is lomitapide?

lomitapide (LOJUXTA) is a microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor.

What is the brand name for lomitapide?

LOJUXTA is a marketed brand name for lomitapide. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.