Galafold
Generic: migalastat hydrochloride
- 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
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Use in pregnancy
Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.
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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
| Tier | Formularies on this tier | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Prior authorization & coverage
| Payer | PA | Step therapy | Copay tier |
|---|---|---|---|
— Medicare Part D | — | — | — |
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- Label text (when shown) originates from NLM DailyMed.
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