Two Studies Report Updated Phase II and Long-Term Safety Data on Bapineuzumab, an Experimental Immunotherapy for Alzheimer's

Initial reports of Phase II study results of bapineuzumab, a humanized monoclonal antibody to beta amyloid being tested as therapy for mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease by Pfizer and Janssen Alzheimer Immunotherapy, raised concerns due to side effects of vasogenic edema (VE) – an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the brain. Symptoms can include headache, loss of coordination, weakness,...