Avonex (Interferon Beta 1A) and/or alternatives

General Information On Avonex

Avonex is recommended by doctors to treat multiple sclerosis (MS). The drug is available in the form of an injection and must only be administered by healthcare professionals. Avonex is a kind of protein found naturally in the human body that provides immunity against viral infections. The injection doesn’t cure MS completely, but it effectively decreases the frequency of MS relapse symptoms. You cannot buy Avonex unless this drug is recommended and prescribed by your doctor.

Side Effects for Avonex

Avonex has its share of both mild and severe, but rare, side effects, but not all patients who use this medicine suffer from the same. In fact, most people don’t experience any side effects at all.

The most common and minor side effects of Avonex include: a stuffy or runny nose, mild headache, dizziness, and mild stomach pain.

The severe side effects of Avonex include severe allergic reactions such as: swelling of the face, mouth, lips, or throat, breathing difficulty, hives, a burning sensation or pain while urinating, sleeping problems, constant depression, sudden numbness in the feet or hands, nausea, flu symptoms, body ache, and swelling at the spot where the drug was injected. If you experience any of these side effects, you must contact your doctor and seek immediate medical help.

Precautions

You must not use Avonex if you are allergic to human albumin or interferons. If you experience any symptoms of depression or if you constantly have suicidal thoughts, you must immediately stop using Avonex and inform your doctor about these side effects. Notify your doctor about all the health problems you have (if any) prior to using Avonex. You must avoid using this medication without consulting your doctor, especially if you suffer from: liver disease, seizures or epilepsy, heart problems including heart attack or congestive heart failure, chest pain, thyroid problems, and severe depression. If you suffer from any of the above mentioned problems, your doctor will review your condition and alter your dosage.

Avonex Dosage

Avonex is available in the form of prefilled syringes or in vials. There is only one standard recommended dosage for Avonex, which is administered by the doctor via an injection. The drug is injected into the muscle once a week. The recommended Avonex dosage for treating multiple sclerosis is 30 mcg. Your doctor may recommend some over the counter pain reliever drug to counter the pain you may experience on the day when the shot is administered. If you buy Avonex and intend to use it at home, you must carefully follow your doctor’s instructions to use it safely. However, administering the drug with the help of a qualified doctor is always recommended in all cases.

Interactions

Avonex can lead to serious drug interactions that would increase the risk of side effects or reduce the effectiveness of other drugs when taken in tandem with certain medications. It may potentially interact with: Zidovudine, Theophylline, certain NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen, AIDS/HIV medicines, cancer medications, tuberculosis (TB) drugs, cholesterol medicines, ACE inhibitors, and certain seizure medications including Phenytoin and carbamazepine.

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