Manufacturer: Biogenetic Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition : Interferon Beta-1A(30mcg)
AVONEX 30 MCG INJECTION is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of liver function, thyroid function, and blood cell count. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Interferon beta balances the expression of pro- and anti-inflammatory agents in the brain, and reduces the number of inflammatory cells that cross the blood brain barrier. Overall, therapy with interferon beta leads to a reduction of neuron inflammation.
Interferon beta-1a is a form of recombinant human interferon used to slow disease progression and reduce the frequency of clinical symptoms in patients who have relapsing multiple sclerosis. Human interferon beta (166 residues), glycosylated, MW=22.5kD.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Avonex
Headache
Sweating
Fever
Chills
Flu-like symptoms
overactive thyroid gland.
a condition with low thyroid hormone levels.
decreased function of bone marrow.
significant anemia.
decreased blood platelets.
low levels of white blood cells.
low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils.
mental problems.
AVONEX 30 MCG INJECTION may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with AVONEX 30 MCG INJECTION.
AVONEX 30 MCG INJECTION is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
AVONEX (interferon beta-1a) is indicated for the treatment of patients with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis to slow the accumulation of physical disability and decrease the frequency of clinical exacerbations.
Benzocaine The metabolism of Benzocaine can be decreased when combined with Interferon beta-1a.
Benzyl alcohol The metabolism of Benzyl alcohol can be decreased when combined with Interferon beta-1a.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
If you miss a dose of AVONEX 30 MCG INJECTION, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
AVONEX 30 MCG INJECTION is given as an injection into the muscles, usually 3 times a week.
Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course even if you feel better.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as AVONEX 30 MCG INJECTION can cause dizziness.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver function, thyroid function, and blood cell counts while taking this medicine.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
