FDA Approves Aminolevulinic Acid Therapy for Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma
Source Summary
The FDA approved aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride 10% (Ameluz) in combination with photodynamic therapy for treating adults with superficial basal cell carcinoma, according to an announcement by manufacturer Biofrontera. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of skin cancer.
Why it matters
This approval provides a new treatment option for the most prevalent form of skin cancer in adults.



