European Commission expands approval of Alexion’s eculizumab
Alexion Pharmaceuticals’ eculizumab has been approved by the European Commission for the treatment of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), extending its current marketing authorisation. NMOSD is a rare, devastating, complement-mediated disorder of the central nervous system characterised by relapses, also referred to as attacks. Previously known as Devic’s Disease, NMOSD is often confused with other