The FDA announced Friday that Radicava, also known as edaravone, has been approved for use in the United States . The only other drug specifically for the treatment of ALS is riluzole, which was approved for use in the United States in 1995. The disease gained new prominence in 2014, thanks to the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. JUST WATCHED Kennedys v. Obama: Ice Bucket Challenge Replay More Videos ... MUST WATCH Kennedys v. Obama: Ice Bucket Challenge 01:39"A new chapter in the fight"The non-profit ALS Association applauded the FDA's decision. The company estimated that Radicava will be available in the United States this August.

Source: CNN May 06, 2017 19:41 UTC