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Avonex

Avonex or interferon beta 1a is used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.

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Avonex Side Effects
as reported by "The PDRŽ Family Guide To Prescription DrugsŽ"

Avonex or interferon beta 1a is used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis. Avonex is a beta-interferon, but is chemically different from Betaseron or interferon beta 1b.

Both Avonex and Betaseron reduce the frequency of attacks in people with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. But so far, only Avonex has been shown to delay the progression of disability.

Avonex is chemically different than Betaseron which may account for its fewer side effects. Avonex is given once a week; Betaseron every other day. Both are injections.

More Common Side Effects

Headache
Flu-like symptoms
Pain
Fever
Asthenia
Chills
Infection
Abdominal pain
Chest pain
Injection site reaction
Malaise
Injection site inflammation(1)

References: (1) Physicians Desk Reference (PDR) 1997 Edition

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