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FDA approves new use of synthetic vitamin B9 — but not for autism symptoms

https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-approves-new-use-drug-leucovorin-not-autism-rcna262597https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/10/health/fda-leucovorin-update-autism-folate-deficiencyhttps://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/10/fda-approves-leucovorin-cerebral-folate-deficiency-not-autism.html
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Highlights
  • The FDA approved leucovorin for cerebral folate deficiency but not for autism, confirming a condition-specific use.
  • Experts say there isn’t enough data to prove leucovorin helps autism beyond CFD, damping expectations for broader use.
  • Public attention in September spurred a 71% rise in leucovorin prescriptions for children, even though FDA-backed autism claims were absent.

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FDA approves leucovorin for rare genetic condition, but not for autism | CNN

FDA approves leucovorin for rare genetic condition, but not for autism | CNN

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