What is Edaravone?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
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Edaravone is an antioxidant and neuroprotective agent that exerts its effect by acting as a scavenger of free radicals that may result in cellular damage. It may be used for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS.
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How do members experience Edaravone?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 419 | 97 | |
| Slow movement (bradykinesia) | 2 | 0 | |
| Doctor recommendation | 1 | 1 | |
| Feeling like I am being stuck with pins all over my body | 1 | 0 | |
| Primary lateral sclerosis | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 6 | |
| Breathing difficulty | 4 | |
| Gait problems | 3 | |
| Muscle twitching (fasciculations) | 2 | |
| Muscle weakness | 2 | |
| Tiredness | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 8 | |
| Moderate | 10 | |
| Mild | 10 | |
| None | 69 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Feb 15, 2018
- Perceived effectiveness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: Moderate
- Side effects: None
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