FA is a genetic, debilitating and life-shortening neuromuscular disease, affecting approximately 15,000 individuals globally.¹ Early symptoms of FA, such as progressive loss of coordination, muscle weakness and fatigue, typically appear in children and can overlap with other diseases. Many people with FA use walking aids and often require a wheelchair. Most people will need to use a wheelchair within 10 to 20 years after diagnosis. Other symptoms of FA include vision impairment, hearing loss, slurred speech, aggressive scoliosis, diabetes mellitus, and serious heart conditions.¹

Biogen acquired Reata Pharmaceuticals in September 2023, and we are proud to build on the outstanding work Reata has done to launch the first and only U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved treatment for FA in adults and adolescents aged 16 years and older. Additionally, Biogen's commitment to rare disease expertise and capabilities has led to the approval of the treatment in Europe, further expanding access to patients worldwide.