Defitelio

defibrotide · Gentium S.r.l.
EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES AUTHORISED IN THE EU

What Defitelio is used for

Defitelio is indicated for the treatment of severe hepatic veno-occlusive disease (VOD) also known as sinusoidal obstructive syndrome (SOS) in haematopoietic stem-cell transplantation (HSCT) therapy. It is indicated in adults and in adolescents, children and infants over 1 month of age.

Approved use, as published by the European Medicines Agency.

What the labels mean

  • Approved under exceptional circumstances: full data cannot be collected, usually because the disease is very rare.

Key facts

Brand
Defitelio
Active substance
defibrotide
Disease area
Hepatic Veno-Occlusive Disease
Medicine group
Antithrombotic agents
ATC code
B01AX01
Marketing authorisation holder
Gentium S.r.l.
Authorised in the EU since
2013

Official information

Specialist medicine: started and supervised by a specialist doctor or hospital. This page is a plain-language summary of public official information, not medical advice; follow your doctor and the official product information.

Common questions

What is Defitelio used for?

Defitelio is indicated for the treatment of severe hepatic veno-occlusive disease (VOD) also known as sinusoidal obstructive syndrome (SOS) in haematopoietic stem-cell transplantation (HSCT) therapy. It is indicated in adults and in adolescents, children and infants over 1 month of age.

What is the active substance in Defitelio?

Defitelio contains defibrotide.

Who makes Defitelio?

The EU marketing authorisation holder is Gentium S.r.l..

Source: European Medicines Agency medicines data (ema.europa.eu), reproduced with acknowledgement of the source. Page made 5 November 2026 by Satya Babu.

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