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Multiple Sclerosis, Side Effects of Interferon Beta Therapy and Their Management
Neurol 53:1622-1627, Walther,E.U.&Hohlfeld,R., 1999
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Article Abstract
Interferon beta (IFNbeta) reduces the relapse rate, disease activity as measured by serial MRI scanning, and disease progression of MS. Therapy with IFNbeta may be associated with a number of adverse reactions. Relatively frequent side e ffects include flu-like symptoms, transient laboratory abnormalities, menstrual disorders, and increased spasticity. Dermal injection site reactions occur after subcutaneous application of IFNbeta-1b and IFNbeta-1a. Possible side effects of IFNbeta incl ude various autoimmune reactions, capillary leak syndrome, anaphylactic shock, thrombotic-thrombocytopenic purpura, insomnia, headache, alopecia, and depression. We discuss the mechanisms and management of the different side effects of IFNbeta.
 
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