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Multiple Sclerosis: Medications

Interferon Drugs for Multiple Sclerosis (Avonex, Betaseron, Rebif)

Interferon beta drugs help control the immune system, which helps control MS. Here’s what you should know.

Interferon Drugs for Multiple Sclerosis (Avonex, Betaseron, Rebif)

 

Related Web Site: Glatiramer

This drug helps prevent the body’s immune system from attacking nerve fibers. Click here for details.

Glatiramer

 

Novantrone

This drug slows disability and reduces the relapse rate. Learn more about it.

Novantrone

 

Tysabri Therapy

This MS drug reduces the relapse rate, but has had some controversy. Click here to read more.

Tysabri Therapy

 

Steroids: Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis Relapses

When relapses occur, IV steroids are often used to control them. Learn what to expect, including side effects. Click here.

Steroids: Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis Relapses

 

Cytoxan Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis

Cytoxan works to suppress the immune system, thereby slowing the disease. Read more about the treatment and serious side effects.

Cytoxan Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis

 

Imuran for Multiple Sclerosis

When other MS drugs have failed, this is another option. Learn more about Imuran.

Imuran for Multiple Sclerosis

 

Baclofen for Multiple Sclerosis

This drug helps control spastic, involuntary muscle movements. Click here to learn more.

Baclofen for Multiple Sclerosis

 

Botox for Multiple Sclerosis

Learn more about this muscle-relaxing medication and how it works. Click here to weigh the advantages vs. disadvantages.

Botox for Multiple Sclerosis

 

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ENABLEX is a prescription medicine used in adults to treat the following symptoms due to a condition called overactive bladder:

  • · having a strong need to go to the bathroom right away (also called "urgency")
  • · leaks or wetting accidents (also called "urinary incontinence")
  • · having to go to the bathroom too often (also called "urinary frequency")

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

You should not take once-daily ENABLEX if you have certain types of stomach problems, glaucoma, or have trouble emptying your bladder. Side effects of ENBLEX include blurred vision, and more commonly dry mouth, constipation, indigestion, and abdominal pain. Use caution when doing certain activities until you know how ENBALEX affects you.

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