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14th February 2024

A new treatment was developed to slow down the progression of ALS. Steven-Johnson syndrome was reported as a side effect of the medication.

A new treatment was developed to slow down the progression of ALS. Steven-Johnson syndrome was reported as a side effect of the medication. A study of 500 patients was carried out, with 200 patients having had the new medication. Steven-Johnson syndrome was reported in 10 patients taking the new medication. 2 cases were noted in the placebo group. 

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