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Interferon

by ADaC, Nov 07, 2008 01:41PM

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Is there any other treatment for MS but the interferon?

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by Amyloo, Nov 07, 2008 02:12PM

Hi,

Yes, Copaxone. It is not an interferon. I am actually on this med because of the low risk of side effects. (I have none, except for the occasional welt.) It works differently then interferons, in that it acts kind of like a "decoy" for the cells that are attacking your CNS. Maybe g o o g l e it for more info, or others here will tell you about it. Amy

by Quixotic1

, Nov 07, 2008 06:55PM

To: ADac

Hi, welcome to the form! Are you facing a decision about choosing a med? Of the four approved for use in MS, three are Interferons (specifically beta-1a) and one, Copaxone is not. They are all about equally effective in RRMS.

Do you have concerns about being on an interferon?

Quix

by sllowe

, Nov 09, 2008 01:22PM

To: ADaC

Welcome ADac!

You still with us? Hope you see this and that we are able to help!

Be well,
Shell

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