Row over SMA drug distribution  in Keralam unwarranted, say experts

Row over SMA drug distribution in Keralam unwarranted, say experts

Experts say the dispute over the distribution of a spinal muscular atrophy medication in Kerala is unnecessary. Parents alleged that the free drug provided at a state hospital was experimental, but officials clarified it was a generic form of Risdiplam, originally patented by Roche and now produced by Natco Pharma, which has received approval from Indian drug regulators.