Of the available disease-modifying treatments for multiple sclerosis, Tysabri (natalizumab) has arguably been the most controversial to date. The reason for this controversy is a condition called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy or PML. Any patient who is trying to decide whether Tysabri is the right medication for personal use, she/he must balance the risks and benefits and how those might fit into his lifestyle or circumstances.
Of the 79 Tysabri patients who developed PML,...
It is extremely important to place the following information in context as it does not in any way represent medical advice for any patient.... Read more »
Biogen Idec was pleased to announce last week that the FDA has approved an update to the prescription labeling of the drug Tysabri... Read more »
Managing multiple sclerosis (MS) by therapy may essentially be divided into three areas of focus: treating the acute relapse, managing... Read more »
In Monoclonal Antibodies: What Are They? we discussed a little bit about how T-cells and B-cells function within the immune system and how... Read more »
Our thoughts are with the patients and families in Europe who recently developed PML (Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy) on... Read more »
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Interferon Beta DrugsInterferons (so-called because they interfere with viral replication) suppress inflammatory factors in the immune system that... Read more »
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Generic Name: NATALIZUMAB - INJECTION Pronounced: (nay-tal-IZ-oo-mab) Uses This medication is used to treat a type of multiple sclerosis that... Read more »
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Generic Name: MOMETASONE SPRAY - NASAL Pronounced: (mow-MET-uh-sown) Interactions Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist)... Read more »
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Generic Name: AZATHIOPRINE - ORAL Pronounced: (aze-uh-THIGH-oh-preen) Interactions Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist)... Read more »
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Generic Name: CICLESONIDE (HFA) INHALER - ORAL Pronounced: (sye-KLES-on-nide) Interactions Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any... Read more »
Corticosteroids Since 2007, high doses of intravenous corticosteroids such as methylprednisone have been the first-line treatment for the prevention of disability from acute MS attacks. Osteoporosis and reversible short-term memory loss have been...
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