Effectiveness and Safety of Edavarone and Dexborneol in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Systematic Review
摘要
Edaravone Dexborneol, a novel neuroprotective agent that combines antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, has emerged as a promising treatment for acute ischemic stroke (AIS). This systematic review evaluates its effectiveness and safety compared to Edaravone alone, placebo, alteplase, or no treatment.
Recent FindingsSix studies (four randomized controlled trials, one retrospective, and one observational) involving 2,814 AIS patients treated within 48 hours were reviewed. Functional outcomes (modified Rankin Scale [mRS] ≤1 or 2 at 90 days), neurological improvement (NIHSS), and biomarker changes (e.g., cytokines) were assessed. Meta-analysis of four studies (n = 2,306) showed a pooled odds ratio of 1.59, indicating a 59% greater likelihood of favorable outcomes with Edaravone Dexborneol. Two large Phase III trials (TASTE and TASTE-SL) reported significant benefits (OR 1.42, p = 0.004; OR 1.50, p = 0.003) with low risk of bias. Three studies demonstrated improved NIHSS scores and reductions in proinflammatory markers such as IL-6. Safety outcomes were comparable to controls, with one study showing significantly lower rates of hemorrhagic transformation in large vessel occlusion patients (20.29% vs. 39.73%, p = 0.0006).
SummaryEdaravone Dexborneol significantly improves functional recovery in AIS and appears safe based on current evidence. While high-quality data support its use, the predominance of Chinese cohorts and study heterogeneity highlight the need for multi-ethnic RCTs and long-term follow-up to ensure broader applicability.