Afamelanotide (Scenesse®). HTA ID: 26051

Assessment Status Pre-submission consultation scheduled
HTA ID 26051
Drug Afamelanotide
Brand Scenesse®
Indication Afamelanotide (Scenesse®) is indicated for the prevention of phototoxicity in adult patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria.
Assessment Process
Rapid review commissioned 25/09/2026
Rapid review completed 15/10/2026
Rapid review outcome A full HTA is recommended to assess the clinical effectiveness and cost effectiveness of afamelanotide (Scenesse®) for this indication compared with the current standard of care.
Full HTA commissioned by the HSE 16/10/2026