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Interferon Beta-1a (Intramuscular Route, Subcutaneous Route)
Drug Information provided by: MicromedexUS Brand Names
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Description
Interferon beta-1a injection is used to treat the relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). This medicine will not cure MS, but it may slow some disabling effects and decrease the number of relapses of the disease. Interferons are natural substances that are produced in the body to help fight infections. Interferon beta-1a is a synthetic (man-made) version of these substances.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Solution
- Kit
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