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Biogen Idec wins FDA approval for MS pill that analysts project will become blockbuster drug
By Robert Weisman, Globe Staff
Federal regulators Wednesday approved Biogen Idec Inc.s first pill to treat multiple sclerosis, a decision that cements the Weston biotechnology companys dominance in the market for MS treatments and could allow thousands of patients to stop taking drugs by needle or through intravenous infusions.
Link: http://www.boston.com/businessupdates/2013/03/27/biogen-idec-wins-fda-approval-for-pill-that-analysts-project-will-become-blockbuster-drug/lMqkJgarodQ8SSg5LVOy1M/story.html
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FDA approves new multiple sclerosis treatment: Tecfidera
Results from two clinical trials showed that those taking Tecfidera had fewer MS relapses compared to people taking an inactive pill (placebo). One of the trials showed that those taking Tecfidera experienced a worsening of disability less often than patients taking a placebo.
Link: http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm345528.htm
Sissyk
(12,665 posts)that is just good news!
One of my very best friends has MS. She is down for several days after her shots. This would be an amazing drug for MS patients and I look forward to seeing it progress.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)This news raises my spirits. If its NeuroMyelitisOptica instead I won't have to do injections but I'll probably be dead in a few years. Shrug.
If its MS Ill be happy for this pill.
And of course I am happy for all with MS who will benefit from this medicine!
Gormy Cuss
(30,884 posts)Here's hoping it's an affordable treatment too.
IdaBriggs
(10,559 posts)pipi_k
(21,020 posts)One of my younger sisters has had MS for a long time.
I'm sure she'll be happy to hear this news.
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,699 posts)I hope it will benefit all MS patients.....esp. your wife.
Logical
(22,457 posts)to switch and then relapse.
Oilwellian
(12,647 posts)A sister in-law and a dear friend's wife. This is great news. Thanks for posting Will!
ismnotwasm
(42,008 posts)Currently he's on a once a month infusion--I don't see this changing as he has secondary-progressive MS and Tysabri has held it at bay for several years now.
But what wonderful news! Anything is possible. Thank you