Emmaus Life Sciences, Inc. announced that it has received marketing authorization from the Puerto Rico Department of Health for Endari® (L-glutamine oral powder). This approval marks a significant milestone in Emmaus' mission to improve the lives of people with SCD around the world and provides access to this important therapy for the patients living with SCD in Puerto Rico. In addition, Endari® is approved in the United States, Israel, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.

Endari® is the first FDA-approved oral glutamine therapy for the reduction of acute complications of SCD in adult and pediatric patients five years and older. Clinical studies have shown that Endari® can significantly reduce the frequency of pain crises, hospitalizations, and other acute complications of SCD. Emmaus is committed to working with healthcare providers and payers in Puerto Rico to ensure that Endari® is accessible to all eligible patients.

The company is also working to raise awareness of SCD and the benefits of Endari® through educational programs for healthcare providers and patients.