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Galafold

Generic: migalastat hydrochloride

Verified·Apr 23, 2026
Manufacturer
Amicus
NDC
71904-100
RxCUI
2054257
Route
ORAL
ICD-10 indication
E75.21

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About Galafold

What is this medication?

Galafold is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with Fabry disease who have a specific genetic mutation that is considered amenable. Fabry disease is a rare inherited disorder where the body lacks enough of an enzyme called alpha-galactosidase A, causing fatty substances to build up in the blood vessels and various organs. Before starting treatment, a healthcare provider must confirm through genetic testing that the patient's specific mutation is one that will respond to this particular therapy.

This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as pharmacological chaperones and is taken as an oral capsule rather than as an intravenous infusion. It works by attaching to the faulty enzymes already present in the body, helping them fold into the correct shape so they can travel to the specific parts of the cell where they are needed. Once in place, the stabilized enzymes can more effectively break down fatty deposits, which helps to manage the condition and protect vital organs like the heart and kidneys from further damage.

Copay & patient assistance

  • Patient Copay Amount: As little as $0 per month
  • Maximum Annual Benefit Limit: Not Publicly Available
  • Core Eligibility Restrictions: Must have commercial (private) insurance; not eligible if enrolled in state or federally funded programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, VA, DOD, or state prescription drug assistance programs); must be a U.S. resident with a valid prescription for Galafold.
  • RxBIN, PCN, and Group numbers: Not Publicly Available

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for Galafold. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Aug 28, 2025

Indications and usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE GALAFOLD is indicated for the treatment of adults with a confirmed diagnosis of Fabry disease and an amenable galactosidase alpha gene ( GLA ) variant based on in vitro assay data [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on reduction in kidney interstitial capillary cell globotriaosylceramide (KIC GL-3) substrate [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trials. GALAFOLD is an alpha-galactosidase A (alpha-Gal A) pharmacological chaperone indicated for the treatment of adults with a confirmed diagnosis of Fabry disease and an amenable galactosidase alpha gene ( GLA ) variant based on in vitro assay data. ( 1 , 12.1 ) This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on reduction in kidney interstitial capillary cell globotriaosylceramide (KIC GL-3) substrate. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trials. ( 1 )
Dosage and administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Select adults with confirmed Fabry disease who have an amenable GLA variant for treatment with GALAFOLD. ( 2.1 ) Treatment is indicated for patients with an amenable GLA variant that is interpreted by a clinical genetics professional as causing Fabry disease (pathogenic, likely pathogenic) in the clinical context of the patient. Consultation with a clinical genetics professional is strongly recommended in cases where the amenable GLA variant is of uncertain clinical significance (VUS, variant of uncertain significance) or may be benign (not causing Fabry disease). ( 2.1 , 12.1 ) The recommended dosage of GALAFOLD is 123 mg orally once every other day. Take GALAFOLD at the same time of day and do not take on consecutive days. Swallow capsule whole. Do not cut, crush, or chew the capsule. ( 2.2 ) Take GALAFOLD on an empty stomach. Do not consume food or caffeine at least 2 hours prior to and 2 hours after taking GALAFOLD to give a minimum 4 hour fast. ( 2.2 ) If the GALAFOLD dose is missed, take the missed dose if it is within 12 hours of the time that the dose should have been taken. If more than 12 hours have passed, take GALAFOLD at the next planned dosing day and time following the original every-other-day dosing schedule. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select adults with confirmed Fabry disease who have an amenable GLA variant for treatment with GALAFOLD [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . Treatment is indicated for patients with an amenable GLA variant that is interpreted by a clinical genetics professional as causing Fabry disease (pathogenic, likely pathogenic) in the clinical context of the patient. Consultation with a clinical genetics professional is strongly recommended in cases where the amenable GLA variant is of uncertain clinical significance (VUS, variant of uncertain significance) or may be benign (not causing Fabry disease). 2.2 Recommended Dosage and Administration The recommended dosage of GALAFOLD is 123 mg orally once every other day. Take GALAFOLD at the same time of day and do not take on consecutive days. Swallow capsule whole. Do not cut, crush, or chew the capsule. Take GALAFOLD on an empty stomach. Do not consume food or caffeine at least 2 hours prior to and 2 hours after taking GALAFOLD to give a minimum 4 hour fast [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Water (plain, flavored, or sweetened), fruit juices without pulp, and caffeine-free carbonated beverages can be consumed during the fasting period. 2.3 Recommendations for a Missed Dose If the GALAFOLD dose is missed, take the missed dose if it is within 12 hours of the time that the dose should have been taken. If more than 12 hours have passed, take GALAFOLD at the next planned dosing day and time following the original every-other-day dosing schedule.
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )
Drug interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See Full Prescribing Information for clinically significant drug interactions. (7.1) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on GALAFOLD Co-administration of GALAFOLD with caffeine decreases migalastat AUC and C max [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] which may reduce GALAFOLD efficacy. Avoid co-administration of GALAFOLD with caffeine at least 2 hours before and 2 hours after taking GALAFOLD [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] .
Adverse reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse drug reactions ≥ 10% are: headache, nasopharyngitis, urinary tract infection, nausea, and pyrexia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Amicus Therapeutics at 1-877-4AMICUS or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. In clinical trials, 139 patients with Fabry disease (79 females, 60 males, 92% Caucasian, ages 16 to 72 years), who were naïve to GALAFOLD or previously treated with enzyme replacement therapy, were exposed to at least one dose of GALAFOLD. Of the 139 patients, 127 patients were exposed to GALAFOLD 123 mg every other day for 6 months and 123 patients were exposed for greater than one year. The clinical trials included one randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial of 6 months duration followed by a 6-month open-label treatment phase (Study 1) [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . A second trial was a randomized, open-label, active-controlled clinical trial of 18 months duration in patients with Fabry disease receiving enzyme replacement therapy who were randomized to either switch to GALAFOLD or continue enzyme replacement therapy (Study 2; NCT01218659). In addition, there were two open-label, long-term extension trials. The most common adverse reactions reported with GALAFOLD (≥ 10%) during the 6-month placebo-controlled, double-blind phase of Study 1 were headache, nasopharyngitis, urinary tract infection, nausea, and pyrexia. Table 1 shows adverse reactions that occurred in at least 5% of patients treated with GALAFOLD during the 6-month placebo-controlled, double-blind phase of Study 1. Table 1: Adverse Reactions* in Patients with Fabry Disease (Study 1) * Adverse reactions were those that occurred in at least 5% of patients treated with GALAFOLD. ** Included urinary tract infection, cystitis, and kidney infection Adverse Reaction GALAFOLD % (N = 34) Placebo % (N = 33) Headache 35% 21% Nasopharyngitis 18% 6% Urinary tract infection** 15% 0 Nausea 12% 6% Pyrexia 12% 3% Abdominal pain 9% 3% Back pain 9% 0 Cough 9% 0 Diarrhea 9% 3% Epistaxis 9% 3% Adverse reactions that occurred in > 5% of patients who received GALAFOLD in the 6-month open-label treatment phase of Study 1, in Study 2, and in the long-term extension trials (N = 115, mean duration of treatment 2.7 years) included those in Table 1 with the addition of vomiting. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reaction has been identified during post-approval use of GALAFOLD. Because this reaction is reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate its frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. General disorder: angioedema
Use in pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There were three pregnant women with Fabry disease exposed to GALAFOLD in clinical trials. As such, the available data are not sufficient to assess drug associated risks of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, no adverse developmental effects were observed (see Data ) . The background risk for major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defects, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. There is a study that collects data on pregnant women with Fabry disease, either exposed or unexposed to GALAFOLD. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients or obtain additional information by contacting the Pregnancy Coordinating Center at 1-888-239-0758, emailing fabrypregnancy@ubc.com, or visiting www.fabrypregnancyregistry.com. Data Animal Data No adverse developmental effects were observed with oral administration of migalastat to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis at doses up to 26 and 54 times, respectively, the recommended dose based on AUC. No effects on post-natal development were observed following oral administration of up to 500 mg/kg migalastat twice daily to pregnant rats (16 times the recommended dose based on AUC) during organogenesis and through lactation.

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Medicare Part D coverage

How Galafold appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).

Covered by plans

3%

164 of 5,509 plans

Most common tier

Tier 5

On 78% of covering formularies

Prior authorization required

100%

of covering formularies

TierFormularies on this tierShare
Tier 1 (preferred generic)3
11%
Tier 2 (generic)1
4%
Tier 4 (non-preferred brand)2
7%
Tier 5 (specialty)21
78%

Step therapy: 0% of formularies

Quantity limits: 56% of formularies

Coverage breadth: 27 of 65 formularies

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