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Pharmaranks rates Cerdelga 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Cerdelga (Eliglustat Tartrate) is a medication used to treat Gaucher Disease.

Eliglustat Tartrate · by Genzyme

Available as a generic: Eliglustat Tartrate

70/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Eliglustat Tartrate
Form
Capsule
Strength
Eliglustat Tartrate EQ 84MG Base
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Genzyme
FDA application
NDA205494

What is Cerdelga?

From the FDA label:CERDELGA (eliglustat) capsules contain eliglustat tartrate, which is a small molecule inhibitor of glucosylceramide synthase that resembles the ceramide substrate for the enzyme, with the chemical name N-((1 R ,2 R )-1-(2,3-dihydrobenzo[b][1,4]dioxin-6-yl)-1-hydroxy-3-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)propan-2-yl)octanamide (2 R ,3 R )-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate. Its molecular weight is 479.59, and the empirical formula is C 23 H 36 N 2 O 4 +½(C 4 H 6 O 6 ) with the following chemical structure: Each capsule of CERDELGA for oral use contains 84 mg of eliglustat (equivalent to 100 mg of eliglustat tartrate). The inactive ingredients are candurin silver fine, FD&C blue 2, gelatin, glyceryl behenate, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, and yellow iron oxide. Chemical Structure

How to use

Patient Selection ( 2.1 ) : Select patients using an FDA-cleared test for determining CYP2D6 genotype. Recommended Dosage Based on CYP2D6 Metabolizer Status ( 2.2 ) : EMs and IMs: 84 mg orally twice daily. PMs: 84 mg orally once daily. See the Full Prescribing Information for dosing recommendations in patients receiving CYP2D6 and/or CYP3A inhibitors, or with renal or hepatic impairment. ( 2.2 , 4 , 7.1 , 8.6 , 8.7 ) Administration ( 2.4 ) : Swallow capsules whole, do not crush, dissolve or open capsules. ( 2.4 ) Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Patient Selection Select patients with Gaucher disease type 1 based on their CYP2D6 metabolizer status. It is recommended patient genotypes be established using an FDA-cleared test for determining CYP2D6 genotype [see Indications and Usage (1) ] . 2.2 Recommended Adult Dosage The recommended dosage of CERDELGA in adults is based on the patient's CYP2D6 metabolizer status. Table 1: Recommended Dosage Regimen by CYP2D6 Metabolizer Status CYP2D6 Metabolizer Status CERDELGA Dosage EMs 84 mg twice daily IMs PMs 84 mg once daily 2.3 Dosage Adjustment in EMs and IMs With or Without Hepatic Impairment and Concomitant Use of CYP2D6 or CYP3A Inhibitors Reduce dosage frequency of CERDELGA 84 mg to once daily in CYP2D6 EMs and IMs with or without hepatic impairment taking CYP2D6 or CYP3A inhibitors, as shown in…

Side effects

Most common adverse reactions (≥10%) are: fatigue, headache, nausea, diarrhea, back pain, pain in extremities, and upper abdominal pain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Genzyme Corporation at 1-800-745-4447 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. The most common adverse reactions to CERDELGA (occurring in ≥10% of the 126 GD1 patients treated with CERDELGA across Trials 1 and 2) were fatigue, headache, nausea, diarrhea, back pain, pain in extremities, and upper abdominal pain. The adverse reaction profile of CERDELGA is based on two controlled studies, Trials 1 and 2 [see Clinical Studies (14.1 , 14.2) ] . Table 3 presents the profile from the 9-month double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial of 40 treatment-naive patients (Trial 1). Patients were between the ages of 16 and 63 on the date of the first dose of study drug, and included 20 males and 20 females. Table 3: Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥10% of Treatment-Naive GD1 Patients and More Frequently than Placebo (Trial 1) CERDELGA (N=20) Placebo (N=20) Adverse Reaction Patients n (%) Patients…

Warnings

Important safety information

ECG Changes and Potential for Cardiac Arrhythmias : Not recommended in patients with pre-existing cardiac disease, long QT syndrome, and concomitant use of Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics. ( 5.1 ) 5.1 ECG Changes and Potential for Cardiac Arrhythmias CERDELGA is predicted to cause increases in ECG intervals (PR, QTc, and QRS) at substantially elevated eliglustat plasma concentrations and may increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias. Use of CERDELGA is contraindicated, to be avoided, or requires dosage adjustment in patients taking CYP2D6 or CYP3A inhibitors, depending on CYP2D6 metabolizer status, type of inhibitor, or degree of hepatic impairment [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) , Contraindications (4) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . Use of CERDELGA in patients with pre-existing cardiac conditions has not been studied during clinical trials. Avoid use of CERDELGA in patients with: pre-existing cardiac disease (congestive heart failure, recent acute myocardial infarction, bradycardia, heart block, ventricular arrhythmia) long QT syndrome in combination with Class IA (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class III (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmic medications [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ]

Who should not take Cerdelga

CERDELGA is contraindicated in the following patients based on CYP2D6 metabolizer status due to the risk of cardiac arrhythmias from prolongation of the PR, QTc, and/or QRS cardiac intervals. EMs Taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor concomitantly with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor. ( 4 , 5.1 , 7.1 , 12.3 ) Moderate or severe hepatic impairment. ( 4 , 5.1 , 8.7 , 12.3 ) Mild hepatic impairment taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor. ( 4 , 5.1 , 8.7 , 12.3 ) IMs Taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor concomitantly with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor. ( 4 , 5.1 , 7.1 , 12.3 ) Taking a strong CYP3A inhibitor. ( 4 , 5.1 , 7.1 , 12.3 ) Any degree of hepatic impairment. ( 4 , 5.1 , 8.7 , 12.3 ) PMs Taking a strong CYP3A inhibitor ( 4 , 5.1 , 7.1 , 12.3 ) Any degree of hepatic impairment ( 4 , 5.1 , 8.7 , 12.3 ) EMs Taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor concomitantly with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] Moderate or severe hepatic impairment [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) ] Mild hepatic impairment and taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) ] IMs Taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor concomitantly with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] Taking a strong CYP3A inhibitor [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] Any degree of hepatic impairment [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) ] PMs Taking a strong CYP3A inhibitor [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] Any degree of hepatic impairment [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) ]

Overdose — what happens if you take too much

The highest eliglustat plasma concentration experienced to date occurred in a single-dose, dose escalation study in healthy subjects, in a subject taking a dose equivalent to approximately 21 times the recommended dose for GD1 patients. At the time of the highest plasma concentration (59-fold higher than normal therapeutic conditions), the subject experienced dizziness marked by disequilibrium, hypotension, bradycardia, nausea, and vomiting. In the event of acute overdose, the patient should be carefully observed and given symptomatic and supportive treatment. Hemodialysis is unlikely to be beneficial given that eliglustat has a large volume of distribution [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] .

U.S. Poison Control: call or text 1-800-222-1222 (free, 24/7). In an emergency call 911. From the FDA label; not medical advice.

Interactions

See Full Prescribing Information for a list of clinically significant drug interactions. ( 7.1 , 7.2 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on CERDELGA Coadministration of CERDELGA with: CYP2D6 or CYP3A inhibitors may increase eliglustat concentrations which may increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias from prolongation of the PR, QTc, and/or QRS cardiac interval [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . strong CYP3A inducers decrease eliglustat concentrations which may reduce CERDELGA efficacy [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . See Table 5 for prevention and management of interactions with drugs affecting CERDELGA. Use of CERDELGA is contraindicated, to be avoided, or may require dosage adjustment depending on the concomitant drug and CYP2D6 metabolizer status [see Dosage and Administration (2.2 , 2.3) , Contraindications (4) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . Table 5: Prevention and Management Strategies of Drug Interactions Affecting CERDELGA Based on CYP2D6 Metabolizer Status and Concomitant Interacting Drug Concomitant Drug(s) CYP2D6 Metabolizer Status EMs IMs PMs CYP2D6 Inhibitor Strong Reduce frequency of CERDELGA 84 mg to once daily Continue CERDELGA 84 mg once daily No effect of CYP2D6 inhibitor due to little or no CYP2D6 activity in CYP2D6 PMs. Moderate Weak Continue CERDELGA 84 mg twice daily CYP3A Inhibitor Strong Reduce frequency of CERDELGA 84 mg to once daily Contraindicated Moderate Avoid coadministration Weak Continue CERDELGA 84 mg twice daily Avoid coadministration CYP2D6 Inhibitor Concomitantly with a strong CYP3A Inhibitor Strong Contraindicated Moderate CYP2D6 Inhibitor Concomitantly with a moderate CYP3A Inhibitor Strong Contraindicated Avoid coadministration Moderate CYP3A Inducer Strong Avoid coadministration 7.2 Effect of CERDELGA on Other Drugs See Table 6 for clinically relevant interactions affecting P-gp or CYP2D6 substrates when coadministered with CERDELGA. Table 6: Prevention and Management Strategies of Drug Interactions Affecting Other Drugs Substrates for P-gp or CYP2D6 Clinical Impact Coadministration of CERDELGA may increase concentrations of drugs that are substrates for P-gp or CYP2D6 [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] and may increase the risk of toxicity of these drugs. Prevention or Management Digoxin Monitor serum digoxin concentrations before initiating CERDELGA. Reduce digoxin dose by 30% and continue monitoring. Other P-gp substrates or CYP2D6 substrates Monitor therapeutic drug concentrations, as indicated, or consider reducing the dosage of the concomitant drug and titrate to clinical effect.

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

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Frequently asked questions

What does Cerdelga treat?
Cerdelga (Eliglustat Tartrate) may be used to treat gaucher disease, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
How is Cerdelga rated?
pharmaranks gives Cerdelga a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
Is there a coupon or discount for Cerdelga?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Cerdelga. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Cerdelga?
Cerdelga is marketed by Genzyme. You can see Genzyme's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Cerdelga a brand-name or generic drug?
Cerdelga is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Eliglustat Tartrate. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Eliglustat Tartrate are available — ask your pharmacist.
Is Cerdelga available over the counter?
No. Cerdelga is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Cerdelga come in?
Cerdelga is currently marketed as capsule, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Cerdelga FDA-registered?
Cerdelga is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA205494. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Cerdelga been recalled by the FDA?
Cerdelga has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is Cerdelga safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Cerdelga a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.
What are the side effects of Cerdelga?
Cerdelga's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: Most common adverse reactions (≥10%) are: fatigue, headache, nausea, diarrhea, back pain, pain in extremities, and upper abdominal pain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Genzyme Corporation at 1-800-745-4447 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.… Both common and serious reactions are documented in full on this page. This is general reference from the FDA, not medical advice — always consult a professional.

Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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