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flag A surge in demand for leucovorin, fueled by unfounded FDA approval rumors, caused shortages and risks despite lack of proven autism benefits.

flag Interest in leucovorin, a chemotherapy drug, surged among parents of autistic children after federal officials in late 2025 suggested the FDA would soon approve it for autism, leading to widespread off-label use, a national shortage, and temporary imports from Canada and Spain. flag Experts, including Dr. Paul Offit, caution that the drug’s popularity exceeds scientific evidence, noting it may only help a small subset with cerebral folate deficiency—a rare condition distinct from autism—based on limited early studies. flag Major medical groups have not endorsed its use, warning against unproven treatments and potential risks.

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