Asthma drug improves motor function and strength in children with rare muscle diseases in small trial

A small trial has found that an asthma drug can improve motor function and strength in children with rare muscle diseases.

The study, published in the journal Neurology, involved 12 children with congenital myopathies who were treated with the drug tirasemtiv.

The drug improved muscle strength and function in the children, but more research is needed to confirm these findings.