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Alzheimer's drug shows potential in slowing disease



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There is new hope in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease but it comes with a dose of caution.
Results of a phase three clinical trial show an experiental drug does seem to slow cognitive decline in early onset patients, but of course, there are concerns about safety issues.

Lacanemab is a monoclonal antibody drug, targeting abnormal clumps of beta-amyloid plaque on the brain. A sticky protein contributing to cognitive decline.

All trial participants had early-stage Alzheimer's Disease. Preliminary results show lecanemab slowed cognitive and functional decline by 27 percent. However, the trial also uncovered some safety concerns.

The concerns included reactions to IV infusion, brain swelling and brain bleeding.

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