What is Ibudilast?
Category: Prescription Drugs
Most popular types: ALS Phase II Ibudilast IBU-ALS-1201 Study
Ibudilast is a medication with anti-inflammatory properties. It has been shown to have bronchodilator, vasodilator, and neuroprotective effects and has been studied for use in conditions such as asthma, stroke, and multiple sclerosis.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 15 | 10 | |
| Participate in clinical trial | 3 | 6 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 10 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Ibudilast
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Stomach pain | 2 | |
| Insomnia | 1 | |
| Rashes (redness, swelling) | 1 | |
| Sleepiness | 1 |
Why patients stopped taking Ibudilast
Multiple reasons could be selected
| Reason | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Course of treatment ended | 1 | |
| Side effects too severe | 1 |
Duration
Stopped taking Ibudilast
| Duration | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 6 months | 1 | |
| 5 - 10 years | 1 |
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