There is no cure for Multiple Sclerosis. There are several medications thought to slow the continuing development of the disease. In some people, these medications is able to reduce the frequency and severity of flare-ups, and could help reduce the number of brain and spinal cord lesions. These medications are a novice, so it is unknown if they reduce the extent of disability from MS
One of these simple medications is Copaxone. This inject-able drugs are used to treat Relapsing-Remitting MS. It has no effect on the three other kinds of Multiple Sclerosis.
Researchers are not completely sure how Copaxone actively works to slow MS progression. It's believed that the drug prevents damage causing cells from forming, and also at the same time stimulating the beneficial cells in lowering the damage in the areas with lesions.
People who choose Copaxone therapy for MS give themselves a subcutaneous injection (shot beneath the skin) every day. The medicine is dispensed in pre-filled syringes. Measuring is not needed. Patients using this therapy is going to be taught how to give injections and then for most people the entire procedure takes not even a minute.
As with any medication, there are negative 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 with 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. Based on the makers of Copaxone, these effects are mild , nor usually require medical treatment.
Less frequent, but more severe side effects include hives, skin rash with irritation, dizziness, sweating, heart problems, trouble breathing, severe injection site pain and general painful or uncomfortable alterations in your overall health. Patients experiencing the above side effects should stop taking injections and call their doctor immediately.
One of these simple medications is Copaxone. This inject-able drugs are used to treat Relapsing-Remitting MS. It has no effect on the three other kinds of Multiple Sclerosis.
Researchers are not completely sure how Copaxone actively works to slow MS progression. It's believed that the drug prevents damage causing cells from forming, and also at the same time stimulating the beneficial cells in lowering the damage in the areas with lesions.
People who choose Copaxone therapy for MS give themselves a subcutaneous injection (shot beneath the skin) every day. The medicine is dispensed in pre-filled syringes. Measuring is not needed. Patients using this therapy is going to be taught how to give injections and then for most people the entire procedure takes not even a minute.
As with any medication, there are negative 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 with 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. Based on the makers of Copaxone, these effects are mild , nor usually require medical treatment.
Less frequent, but more severe side effects include hives, skin rash with irritation, dizziness, sweating, heart problems, trouble breathing, severe injection site pain and general painful or uncomfortable alterations in your overall health. Patients experiencing the above side effects should stop taking injections and call their doctor immediately.
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