If you've been prescribed Sapropterin or are considering it, we'll walk you through what you need to know about this specialty medication.
Limited distribution drug
How to get this medication
Sapropterin is a specialty medication, which means it's costly and requires more steps than usual in order to get it. We break down the process for you.
About sapropterin
SAPROPTERIN treats high phenylalanine levels in people with phenylketonuria (PKU). It works by helping your body break down phenylalanine. This prevents it from building up in the blood. Changes to diet are often combined with this medication.