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VMAT2 Inhibitors

VMAT2 inhibitors are used to treat chorea or uncontrolled movements associated with Huntington's disease. They work by reducing the activity of certain chemicals in the brain, specifically dopamine, which is thought to lessen the symptoms of chorea.

Why are vmat2 inhibitors prescribed?

  1. Huntington's Chorea (98%)
  2. Tardive Dyskinesia (2%)

Key takeaways

VMAT2 inhibitors are used to treat health conditions such as tardive dyskinesia and Huntington's disease. VMAT2 inhibitors are thought to work by blocking the vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) protein, which helps to reduce the amount of dopamine and other chemicals in the brain, thereby mangaging involuntary movements. These medications are available in oral forms, including tablets and capsules. Examples include tetrabenazine (Xenazine), deutetrabenazine (Austedo, Austedo XR), and valbenazine (Ingrezza, Ingrezza Sprinkle).

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Xenazine (tetrabenazine)

as low as$143
TETRABENAZINE treats chorea, a condition that causes uncontrolled body movements. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help manage body movements and coordination.
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Austedo

as low as$4,790
DEUTETRABENAZINE treats movement disorders, such as tardive dyskinesia (TD) and chorea. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help manage body movements and coordination.
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Austedo XR

as low as$4,795
DEUTETRABENAZINE treats movement disorders, such as tardive dyskinesia (TD) and chorea. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help manage body movements and coordination.
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Ingrezza Sprinkle

as low as$7,443
Ingrezza Sprinkle is only available as a brand name drug.
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Ingrezza

VALBENAZINE treats movement disorders, such as tardive dyskinesia (TD) and chorea. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help manage body movements and coordination.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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