Amvuttra (vutrisiran) is an FDA-approved medication for treating hereditary ATTR (hATTR) amyloidosis. It works by blocking the TTR gene from making amyloid protein, which helps prevent further buildup of amyloid in the body.
This medication is specifically approved for treating both nerve involvement (polyneuropathy) and Show Full Answer
Amvuttra (vutrisiran) is an FDA-approved medication for treating hereditary ATTR (hATTR) amyloidosis. It works by blocking the TTR gene from making amyloid protein, which helps prevent further buildup of amyloid in the body.
This medication is specifically approved for treating both nerve involvement (polyneuropathy) and heart symptoms (cardiomyopathy) in people with hATTR amyloidosis. Clinical trials have evaluated both the safety and effectiveness of vutrisiran in patients with hereditary ATTR amyloidosis. The medication is part of a newer generation of treatments that have become available in recent years to help manage the condition.
March 28, 2025