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XIAFLEX should be injected into the cord by a healthcare provider who is experienced in injection procedures of the hand and treating people with Dupuytrenâs contracture. XIAFLEX helps âbreakâ the cord that is causing the ï¬ nger to be bent.
Last reviewed on RxList 2/19/2016. Xiaflex (collagenase Clostridium histolyticum) is a nonsurgical enzyme treatment derived from Clostridium histolyticum bacteria for adults with Dupuytren's contracture when a cord can be felt. Xiaflex is available in a generic form as collagenase Clostridium histolyticum. Side effects of Xiaflex include mild pain or tenderness in the treated hand, cracked skin, underarm pain, tendon or ligament damage, nerve injury, and allergic reactions. Xiaflex is available in single-use, glass vials containing 0.9 mg of collagenase derived from Clostridium histolyticum.