Aldurazyme and Ergoloid

• Generic Name: laronidase
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution, concentrate
• Other Brand Names: Aldurazyme

Aldurazyme (laronidase) contains an enzyme that occurs naturally in the body in healthy people. Some people lack this enzyme because of a genetic disorder. Laronidase helps replace this missing enzyme in such people.

Aldurazyme is used to treat some of the symptoms of a genetic condition called mucopolysaccharidosis or MPS I, also called Hurler syndrome, Hurler-Scheie syndrome, or Scheie syndrome.

MPS I is a metabolic disorder in which the body lacks the enzyme needed to break down certain substances. These substances can build up in the body, causing enlarged organs, abnormal bone structure, changes in facial features, breathing problems, heart problems, vision or hearing loss, and changes in mental or physical abilities.

Aldurazyme may improve breathing and walking ability in people with this condition. However, this medication is not a cure for MPS I.

• Generic Name: ergoloid mesylates
• Dosage Forms: Sublingual Tablets
• Other Brand Names: Hydergine, Hydergine LC

Ergoloid mesylates is used to improve cognitive (mental) and self-care functioning in people with symptoms of dementia related to aging or conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.

Ergoloid mesylates is not a cure for dementia or for any underlying disease that may lead to decreased mental capacity.

Ergoloid mesylates will not treat dementia that is related to mental illness, mood disorders, or neurologic disease.

Ergoloid mesylates may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.