Drug Class
SMN2 splicing modifier
Type
ingredient
Active Ingredient
risdiplam
📋Overview
Risdiplam is a medication used in the management of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a genetic disorder that affects muscle strength and movement. It works by increasing the production of a protein essential for the survival of motor neurons. This drug is associated with improving motor function and slowing the progression of symptoms in individuals with SMA. Risdiplam represents a targeted approach to addressing the underlying genetic cause of this neuromuscular condition.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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