Congressional probe faults FDA on Biogen Alzheimer's drug approval

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An 18-month congressional investigation found the FDA didn't follow its own guidance and inappropriately collaborated with drugmaker Biogen before the approval of a controversial Alzheimer's drug last year.

that target proteins believed to contribute to the development of Alzheimer's.

An outside advisory committee of experts recommended against approving the drug.

Biogen initially set Aduhelm’s price at an "unjustifiably high" $56,000 per year despite a lack of demonstrated clinical benefit, the anticipated financial impact on patients and the Medicare program, in order to maximize revenue and "make history.

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