Leukemia Drug Helpful for MS, but is it Potentially Fatal?

Recent studies have shown that a drug created to treat leukemia, Alemtuzumab, is helpful for sufferers of multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers are suggesting that the drug can stop the disease from progressing and even turn back time on the disease by reversing its effects. This article outlines the study, which was co-sponsored by the company that created the drug.

This article talks with pro golfer Tony Johnston, a user of the drug that swears by its effectiveness and ability to get him back in the game. Yet, the article goes on to talk about the serious side effects that could accompany the drug and points out that one person in the Alemtuzumab study died. Even though the study showed that the drug was 70 percent more effective than current medications for MS, the side effects can include thyroid disease, infections, bleeding disorders and death. This article gives a well-rounded look at the study and speaks with researchers about their opinions on whether or not the drug can be helpful for MS.


Drug made for leukemia shows great promise fighting MS





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