There is no cure for Ms. There are several medications thought to slow the continuing development of the disease. In some people, these medications can reduce the frequency and severity of flare-ups, and could help reduce the number of brain and vertebrae lesions. These medications are a novice, so it is unknown if they lessen the extent of disability from MS
One of these medications is Copaxone. This inject-able medicine is used to treat Relapsing-Remitting MS. It's got no effect on the three other types of Multiple Sclerosis.
Researchers are not completely sure how Copaxone actively works to slow MS progression. It is believed that the drug prevents damage causing cells from forming, at the same time stimulating the beneficial cells to help reduce the damage in the areas with lesions.
Those who choose Copaxone therapy for MS give themselves a subcutaneous injection (shot under the skin) every day. The drugs are dispensed in pre-filled syringes. Measuring is not required. Patients using this therapy is going to be taught how to give injections and then for most people the entire procedure takes less than one minute.
As with any medication, there are side effects associated with Copaxone. The most common side effects are swelling, redness, pain, itching or a lump at the injection site. Some people experience a break down of the fatty tissue in the area they take injections.
Just as common are general body reactions like chest pain, weakness, nausea, joint pain, anxiety, muscle stiffness, and feeling flushed. According to the makers of Copaxone, these effects are mild , nor usually require medical treatment.
More uncommon, but more severe side effects include hives, skin rash with irritation, dizziness, sweating, chest pain, trouble breathing, severe injection site pain and general painful or uncomfortable modifications in your overall health. Patients experiencing the above side effects should stop taking injections and call their doctor immediately.
One of these medications is Copaxone. This inject-able medicine is used to treat Relapsing-Remitting MS. It's got no effect on the three other types of Multiple Sclerosis.
Researchers are not completely sure how Copaxone actively works to slow MS progression. It is believed that the drug prevents damage causing cells from forming, at the same time stimulating the beneficial cells to help reduce the damage in the areas with lesions.
Those who choose Copaxone therapy for MS give themselves a subcutaneous injection (shot under the skin) every day. The drugs are dispensed in pre-filled syringes. Measuring is not required. Patients using this therapy is going to be taught how to give injections and then for most people the entire procedure takes less than one minute.
As with any medication, there are side effects associated with Copaxone. The most common side effects are swelling, redness, pain, itching or a lump at the injection site. Some people experience a break down of the fatty tissue in the area they take injections.
Just as common are general body reactions like chest pain, weakness, nausea, joint pain, anxiety, muscle stiffness, and feeling flushed. According to the makers of Copaxone, these effects are mild , nor usually require medical treatment.
More uncommon, but more severe side effects include hives, skin rash with irritation, dizziness, sweating, chest pain, trouble breathing, severe injection site pain and general painful or uncomfortable modifications in your overall health. Patients experiencing the above side effects should stop taking injections and call their doctor immediately.
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