Enspryng helps patients remain relapse-free after 6 months: Study

Treatment with Enspryng (satralizumab) allows nearly all neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) patients to remain free of relapses after six months, with many reducing their use of corticosteroids and other immunosuppressants. Nearly one-third of patients were able to stop corticosteroids, which can cause serious side effects when used…

Ultomiris approved in Japan for AQP4-positive NMOSD

Ultomiris (ravulizumab) has been approved by authorities in Japan to prevent relapses in adults with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) positive for antibodies against aquaporin-4 (AQP4). The decision from the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare comes shortly after a similar approval by the European Commission,…