Use of follow-on fingolimod for multiple sclerosis: Analysis of effectiveness and patient reported outcomes in a real-world clinical setting

Altunan B., Ünal A., EFENDİ H., Köseoğlu M., Terzi M., Kotan D., ...Daha Fazla

Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders, cilt.77, 2023 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 77
  • Basım Tarihi: 2023
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1016/j.msard.2023.104880
  • Dergi Adı: Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, EMBASE, MEDLINE
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Adherence, Efficacy, Follow-on drug, Generic fingolimod, Real-world data, Safety, Satisfaction
  • Karadeniz Teknik Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Background: Follow-on disease modifying therapies (FO-DMTs) do not always require Phase III studies. There are concerns that cheaper FO-DMTs are only used to reduce healthcare costs. However, the well-being of people with MS (pwMS) should be a priority. We aimed to evaluate the efficacy, safety and treatment satisfaction of one of the FO- Fingolimod (FTY) used in Turkey with the approval of Turkish Ministry of Health. Methods: PwMS under FTY were recruited from 13 centers and real-world data and answers of satisfaction and adherence statements of pwMS on FTY treatment were analyzed. Results: Data of 239 pwMS were obtained. The duration of FTY treatment was 2.5 ± 0.8 (1–4) years in pwMS who were included in the study and whose treatment continued for at least one year. Significant decreases in annual relapse rate (p < 0.001), Expanded Disability Status Scale (p < 0.001) and neuroimaging findings (p < 0.001) were observed. While 64% of the patients were satisfied and 71.5% were found to adherent with this FO-FTY. Conclusion: This multicenter retrospective study found that the efficacy, safety and treatment adherence of a prescribed FO-FTY were consistent with the results of real-world studies. Studies including real-world data may provide guidance to address issues related to FO-FTY use.