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Givinostat is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). DMD is a rare, inherited muscle disease that is caused by the absence of a protein called dystrophin, which helps keep muscle cells intact.
This medicine is only available with your doctor's prescription.
Portions of this document last updated: June 01, 2024
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