FDA expected to make announcement on possible drug treatment for dementia

ORLANDO, Fla. — The United States Food and Drug Administration is expected to make a key announcement this week on a possible treatment for dementia.

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The experimental drug Lecanemab is up for accelerated approval.

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Trials indicate the drug has shown “potential” as an Alzheimer’s disease treatment, but there are safety concerns.

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It’s been associated with certain serious adverse events, including brain swelling and bleeding.

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The FDA’s final decision is expected by Friday.

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