Real-world Radicava use in ALS tied to unexpected side effects

Real-world Radicava use in ALS tied to unexpected side effects

The real-world use of Radicava (edaravone), an infusion treatment approved for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), may cause serious side effects — such as liver problems, blood clots, pain, brain bleeding, and infection — not previously listed in its label, according to data from the U.S. drug regulatory agency’s adverse event reporting system. These findings, culled from U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reporting information, provide u…