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Sacramento, CA
March 17, 2025
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A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

So why another medication? Is it less expensive? Probably not!

March 17, 2025
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

thank you I think I will definitely bring it up to my doctor. Best to you

March 17, 2025
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Yes, Attruby is less expensive and may be a better protein stabilizer than Tafadamis. It is too soon to 100% validate any superiority over Tafadamis. Users who switched to Attruby are claiming they are doing better with the new drug. Too few cases to know that it's true.

March 17, 2025
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Both medications work by stabilizing the transthyretin protein to prevent harmful amyloid deposits. Tafamidis has been studied extensively, showing good long-term survival rates and improved quality of life for many patients. Studies have shown that nearly 96% of treated patients were alive after 10 years of follow-up Show Full Answer

Both medications work by stabilizing the transthyretin protein to prevent harmful amyloid deposits. Tafamidis has been studied extensively, showing good long-term survival rates and improved quality of life for many patients. Studies have shown that nearly 96% of treated patients were alive after 10 years of follow-up. Acoramidis (Attruby) was just approved by the FDA in 2024 for treating cardiomyopathy in wild-type ATTR amyloidosis. The main side effects reported with Acoramidis are diarrhea and mild stomach pain, which may be more tolerable than tafamidis side effects that can include allergic reactions, chest tightness, and skin rashes. Consider discussing both options with your healthcare provider to determine which medication might be most appropriate for your specific situation.

March 17, 2025
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Thanks for the info and feedback

April 1, 2025

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