Vimizim
What Vimizim is used for
Vimizim is indicated for the treatment of mucopolysaccharidosis, type IVA (Morquio A Syndrome, MPS IVA) in patients of all ages.
Approved use, as published by the European Medicines Agency.
Key facts
- Brand
- Vimizim
- Active substance
- elosulfase alfa
- Disease area
- Mucopolysaccharidosis IV
- Medicine group
- Other alimentary tract and metabolism products
- ATC code
- A16AB12
- Marketing authorisation holder
- BioMarin International Limited
- Authorised in the EU since
- 2014
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 Vimizim used for?
Vimizim is indicated for the treatment of mucopolysaccharidosis, type IVA (Morquio A Syndrome, MPS IVA) in patients of all ages.
What is the active substance in Vimizim?
Vimizim contains elosulfase alfa.
Who makes Vimizim?
The EU marketing authorisation holder is BioMarin International Limited.
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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