Predniocil may be available in the countries listed below.
Prednisolone 21-acetate (a derivative of Prednisolone) is reported as an ingredient of Predniocil in the following countries:
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Arluy may be available in the countries listed below.
Mebeverine is reported as an ingredient of Arluy in the following countries:
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Ramitalate L may be available in the countries listed below.
Nifedipine is reported as an ingredient of Ramitalate L in the following countries:
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Flurbiprofen is reported as an ingredient of Tantum Activ Gola in the following countries:
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Wycillina may be available in the countries listed below.
Benzylpenicillin benzathine (a derivative of Benzylpenicillin) is reported as an ingredient of Wycillina in the following countries:
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Vibrocil Microdosificador may be available in the countries listed below.
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Clofozine may be available in the countries listed below.
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Fragmine may be available in the countries listed below.
Dalteparin Sodium is reported as an ingredient of Fragmine in the following countries:
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Irinotecan Rontag may be available in the countries listed below.
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Minalfene may be available in the countries listed below.
Alminoprofen is reported as an ingredient of Minalfene in the following countries:
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Prolert may be available in the countries listed below.
Fluoxetine hydrochloride (a derivative of Fluoxetine) is reported as an ingredient of Prolert in the following countries:
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Rispone may be available in the countries listed below.
Risperidone is reported as an ingredient of Rispone in the following countries:
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Wemid may be available in the countries listed below.
Erythromycin stearate (a derivative of Erythromycin) is reported as an ingredient of Wemid in the following countries:
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Regivell may be available in the countries listed below.
Bupivacaine hydrochloride (a derivative of Bupivacaine) is reported as an ingredient of Regivell in the following countries:
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Vellutan may be available in the countries listed below.
Tacalcitol monohydrate (a derivative of Tacalcitol) is reported as an ingredient of Vellutan in the following countries:
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Boucren may be available in the countries listed below.
Cetrimide is reported as an ingredient of Boucren in the following countries:
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Ponstan may be available in the countries listed below.
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Mefenamic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Ponstan in the following countries:
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| SPC | Summary of Product Characteristics (UK) |
Karbamazepin may be available in the countries listed below.
Carbamazepine is reported as an ingredient of Karbamazepin in the following countries:
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Vetacide may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Benzalkonium chloride (a derivative of Benzalkonium) is reported as an ingredient of Vetacide in the following countries:
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Sakavir may be available in the countries listed below.
Saquinavir is reported as an ingredient of Sakavir in the following countries:
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Butil may be available in the countries listed below.
Scopolamine butylbromide (a derivative of Scopolamine) is reported as an ingredient of Butil in the following countries:
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Pondera may be available in the countries listed below.
Paroxetine hydrochloride (a derivative of Paroxetine) is reported as an ingredient of Pondera in the following countries:
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Hanalgeze may be available in the countries listed below.
Ketorolac tromethamine (a derivative of Ketorolac) is reported as an ingredient of Hanalgeze in the following countries:
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Reducing itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions.
Beta-Val Cream is a topical corticosteroid. It works by depressing the formation, release, and activity of different cells and chemicals that cause swelling, redness, and itching.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Some medical conditions may interact with Beta-Val Cream. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Beta-Val Cream. Because little, if any, of Beta-Val Cream is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.
Ask your health care provider if Beta-Val Cream may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Use Beta-Val Cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Beta-Val Cream.
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Acne; cracking and stinging of the skin; dryness; excessive hair growth; inflamed hair follicles; itching; skin irritation.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); itching, burning, redness, or swelling not present before the use of Beta-Val Cream; secondary infection; skin thinning and discoloration.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Beta-Val side effects (in more detail)
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center ( http://www.aapcc.org), or emergency room immediately. Beta-Val Cream may be harmful if swallowed.
Store Beta-Val Cream at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Beta-Val Cream out of the reach of children and away from pets.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Beta-Val Cream. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Cétirizine Sandoz may be available in the countries listed below.
Cetirizine dihydrochloride (a derivative of Cetirizine) is reported as an ingredient of Cétirizine Sandoz in the following countries:
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Metohexal retard may be available in the countries listed below.
Metoprolol succinate (a derivative of Metoprolol) is reported as an ingredient of Metohexal retard in the following countries:
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Moxaverine Hydrochloride may be available in the countries listed below.
Moxaverine Hydrochloride (BANM) is also known as Moxaverine (Rec.INN)
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| BANM | British Approved Name (Modified) |
| Rec.INN | Recommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization) |
Norsulin may be available in the countries listed below.
Gliclazide is reported as an ingredient of Norsulin in the following countries:
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In the US, Vinorelbine (vinorelbine systemic) is a member of the drug class mitotic inhibitors and is used to treat Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
US matches:
UK matches:
Rec.INN
L01CA04
0071486-22-1
C45-H54-N4-O8
778
Antineoplastic agent, microtubule inhibitor
3',4'-Didehydro-4'-deoxy-8'-norvincaleukoblastine
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| BAN | British Approved Name |
| BANM | British Approved Name (Modified) |
| DCF | Dénomination Commune Française |
| IS | Inofficial Synonym |
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| PH | Pharmacopoeia Name |
| Rec.INN | Recommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization) |
| SPC | Summary of Product Characteristics (UK) |
| USAN | United States Adopted Name |
Ondeton may be available in the countries listed below.
Ondansetron hydrochloride dihydrate (a derivative of Ondansetron) is reported as an ingredient of Ondeton in the following countries:
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Dextropirine may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Acetylsalicylic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Dextropirine in the following countries:
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Carncide may be available in the countries listed below.
Diethylcarbamazine is reported as an ingredient of Carncide in the following countries:
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Effizinc may be available in the countries listed below.
Zinc Gluconate is reported as an ingredient of Effizinc in the following countries:
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Verum may be available in the countries listed below.
Betahistine dihydrochloride (a derivative of Betahistine) is reported as an ingredient of Verum in the following countries:
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E.S.E. may be available in the countries listed below.
Erythromycin ethylsuccinate (a derivative of Erythromycin) is reported as an ingredient of E.S.E. in the following countries:
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Colchiquim may be available in the countries listed below.
Colchicine is reported as an ingredient of Colchiquim in the following countries:
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In the US, Oxilan (ioxilan systemic) is a member of the drug class non-ionic iodinated contrast media and is used to treat Aortography, Body Imaging, Cerebral Arteriography, Coronary Arteriography, Head Imaging, Intravenous Urography, Left Ventriculography, Peripheral Arteriography and Visceral Arteriography.
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Ioxilan is reported as an ingredient of Oxilan in the following countries:
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Ornidazol-Vero may be available in the countries listed below.
Ornidazole is reported as an ingredient of Ornidazol-Vero in the following countries:
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Omeprazol Katwijk may be available in the countries listed below.
Omeprazole is reported as an ingredient of Omeprazol Katwijk in the following countries:
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Tetracyklin Dak may be available in the countries listed below.
Tetracycline hydrochloride (a derivative of Tetracycline) is reported as an ingredient of Tetracyklin Dak in the following countries:
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In the US, Vinpocetine (vinpocetine systemic).
US matches:
Rec.INN
N06BX18
0042971-09-5
C22-H26-N2-O2
350
Vasodilator, cerebral
Eburnamenine-14-carboxylic acid, ethyl ester, (3α,16α)-
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| IS | Inofficial Synonym |
| JAN | Japanese Accepted Name |
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| USAN | United States Adopted Name |
Vincristine sulfate (a derivative of Vincristine) is reported as an ingredient of Vincristine Sulfate Injection in the following countries:
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Acido Alendronico Doc may be available in the countries listed below.
Alendronic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Acido Alendronico Doc in the following countries:
Alendronic Acid sodium trihydrate (a derivative of Alendronic Acid) is reported as an ingredient of Acido Alendronico Doc in the following countries:
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Ragex may be available in the countries listed below.
Ceftriaxone disodium salt (a derivative of Ceftriaxone) is reported as an ingredient of Ragex in the following countries:
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Apo-Ketorolac may be available in the countries listed below.
Ketorolac tromethamine (a derivative of Ketorolac) is reported as an ingredient of Apo-Ketorolac in the following countries:
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Meloxicam Pharmakern may be available in the countries listed below.
Meloxicam is reported as an ingredient of Meloxicam Pharmakern in the following countries:
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Tegibs may be available in the countries listed below.
Tegaserod maleate (a derivative of Tegaserod) is reported as an ingredient of Tegibs in the following countries:
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Lansoprazol Spirig may be available in the countries listed below.
Lansoprazole is reported as an ingredient of Lansoprazol Spirig in the following countries:
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In the US, Carbinoxamine (carbinoxamine systemic) is a member of the drug class antihistamines and is used to treat Allergic Reactions, Allergic Urticaria, Conjunctivitis - Allergic, Dermatographism, Hay Fever and Vasomotor Rhinitis.
US matches:
Rec.INN
R06AA08
0000486-16-8
C16-H19-Cl-N2-O
290
Antiallergic agent
Histamine, H₁-receptor antagonist
Ethanamine, 2-[(4-chlorophenyl)-2-pyridinylmethoxy]-N,N-dimethyl-
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| OS | Official Synonym |
| PH | Pharmacopoeia Name |
| Rec.INN | Recommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization) |
Rheumatac may be available in the countries listed below.
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Diclofenac sodium salt (a derivative of Diclofenac) is reported as an ingredient of Rheumatac in the following countries:
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| SPC | Summary of Product Characteristics (UK) |
Combar may be available in the countries listed below.
Mirtazapine is reported as an ingredient of Combar in the following countries:
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Digreen may be available in the countries listed below.
Gliclazide is reported as an ingredient of Digreen in the following countries:
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Rec.INN
0000137-86-0
C23-H36-N4-O5-S3
544
Vitamin B₁
Octanoic acid, 6-(acetylthio)-8-[[2-[[(4-amino-2-methyl-5-pyrimidinyl)methyl]formylamino]-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-propenyl]dithio]-, methyl ester
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Broncoclar may be available in the countries listed below.
Carbocisteine is reported as an ingredient of Broncoclar in the following countries:
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Clorfenamina Maleato L.CH. may be available in the countries listed below.
Chlorphenamine maleate (a derivative of Chlorphenamine) is reported as an ingredient of Clorfenamina Maleato L.CH. in the following countries:
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Doxivet may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Doxycycline hydrochloride (a derivative of Doxycycline) is reported as an ingredient of Doxivet in the following countries:
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Vomet may be available in the countries listed below.
Trimethobenzamide hydrochloride (a derivative of Trimethobenzamide) is reported as an ingredient of Vomet in the following countries:
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Mononitrat Verla may be available in the countries listed below.
Isosorbide Mononitrate is reported as an ingredient of Mononitrat Verla in the following countries:
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Ceparidin may be available in the countries listed below.
Tramadol hydrochloride (a derivative of Tramadol) is reported as an ingredient of Ceparidin in the following countries:
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In the US, OsmoPrep (sodium biphosphate/sodium phosphate systemic) is a member of the drug class laxatives and is used to treat Bowel Preparation and Constipation.
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Sodium Phosphate Dibasic (a derivative of Sodium Phosphate) is reported as an ingredient of OsmoPrep in the following countries:
Sodium Phosphate Monobasic (a derivative of Sodium Phosphate) is reported as an ingredient of OsmoPrep in the following countries:
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Adco-Contromet may be available in the countries listed below.
Metoclopramide hydrochloride (a derivative of Metoclopramide) is reported as an ingredient of Adco-Contromet in the following countries:
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Genmisin may be available in the countries listed below.
Gentamicin sulfate (a derivative of Gentamicin) is reported as an ingredient of Genmisin in the following countries:
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Lamo TAD may be available in the countries listed below.
Lamotrigine is reported as an ingredient of Lamo TAD in the following countries:
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Peragal may be available in the countries listed below.
Perazine is reported as an ingredient of Peragal in the following countries:
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There are currently no drugs listed for "Immunoglobulin Deficiency". See Immunodeficiency.
Seis-B may be available in the countries listed below.
Pyridoxine hydrochloride (a derivative of Pyridoxine) is reported as an ingredient of Seis-B in the following countries:
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Amocal may be available in the countries listed below.
Amlodipine is reported as an ingredient of Amocal in the following countries:
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Tamoxistad may be available in the countries listed below.
Tamoxifen citrate (a derivative of Tamoxifen) is reported as an ingredient of Tamoxistad in the following countries:
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Farlidone may be available in the countries listed below.
Budesonide is reported as an ingredient of Farlidone in the following countries:
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Glimepirid STADA may be available in the countries listed below.
Glimepiride is reported as an ingredient of Glimepirid STADA in the following countries:
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Hetailin may be available in the countries listed below.
Aprotinin is reported as an ingredient of Hetailin in the following countries:
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C-Vit may be available in the countries listed below.
Ascorbic Acid is reported as an ingredient of C-Vit in the following countries:
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Captowa may be available in the countries listed below.
Captopril is reported as an ingredient of Captowa in the following countries:
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Valdure may be available in the countries listed below.
Parecoxib sodium salt (a derivative of Parecoxib) is reported as an ingredient of Valdure in the following countries:
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Ezon-T may be available in the countries listed below.
Tolnaftate is reported as an ingredient of Ezon-T in the following countries:
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Vasomotal may be available in the countries listed below.
Betahistine dihydrochloride (a derivative of Betahistine) is reported as an ingredient of Vasomotal in the following countries:
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Vonafec may be available in the countries listed below.
Diclofenac sodium salt (a derivative of Diclofenac) is reported as an ingredient of Vonafec in the following countries:
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Generic Name: interferon beta-1a (Intramuscular route, Subcutaneous route)
in-ter-FEER-on BAY-ta-1a
In the U.S.
Available Dosage Forms:
Therapeutic Class: Immunological Agent
Pharmacologic Class: Interferon, Beta (class)
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.
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of interferon beta-1a injection in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of interferon beta-1a injection in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related liver problems, which may require caution in patients receiving interferon beta-1a injection.
| Pregnancy Category | Explanation | |
|---|---|---|
| All Trimesters | C | Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women. |
Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain interferon beta-1a. It may not be specific to Rebif. Please read with care.
A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. You may also be taught how to give your medicine at home. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin or into a muscle.
If you are injecting interferon beta-1a yourself, use it exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not use more or less of it, and do not use it more often than your doctor ordered. Do not change your dose or dosing schedule without checking first with your doctor. The exact amount of medicine you need has been carefully worked out. Using too much will increase the risk of side effects, while using too little may not improve your condition.
You will be shown the body areas where this shot can be given. Use a different body area each time you give yourself a shot. Keep track of where you give each shot to make sure you rotate body areas.
Use only the brand of this medicine that your doctor prescribed. Different brands may not work the same way.
Rebif® works best if you use it on the same time (usually in the late afternoon or evening) on the same three days (e.g., Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) at least 48 hours apart each week.
Avonex® comes as a prefilled syringe or a powder. The powder must be mixed with sterile water before it is given. Do not shake the vial after you add the water. Gently swirl the water and medicine together to mix. The mixture should be clear or slightly yellow. Do not use the mixture if you see particles in it. Use the medicine as soon as possible after mixing. If you cannot give your shot right away, you can keep the syringe in the refrigerator for up to 6 hours. After 6 hours, throw the medicine away and mix another dose.
Use a new needle, unopened vial, or syringe each time you inject your medicine.
Each package of interferon beta-1a injection contains a medication guide and patient instruction sheet. Read this sheet carefully and make sure you understand:
If you have any questions about any of this, check with your doctor.
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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 dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. This will then change the time for your next dose. After using the missed dose, use your next regular dose of Rebif® 48 hours later and go back to your regular schedule the following week. For Avonex®, if your next regular dose is less than 2 days away, call your doctor. For either brand, do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose and do not use this medicine two days in a row.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
Store prefilled syringes or vials in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. If refrigeration is not available, Rebif® prefilled syringes and Avonex® powder vials may be kept for up to 30 days at room temperature, away from heat (temperatures above 77 degrees F) and direct light. Avonex® prefilled syringes may be stored for up to 7 days at room temperature, away from heat (temperatures above 77 degrees F) and direct light. Allow Avonex® prefilled syringes to warm to room temperature (remove from the refrigerator for about 30 minutes) before injection but do not heat in a microwave oven or in hot water.
Throw the used needles away in a hard, closed container that the needles cannot poke through. Keep this container away from children and pets.
It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Blood tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects.
Using this medicine while you are pregnant may cause you to lose your baby or can harm your unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you think you are pregnant or if you plan to become pregnant while using this medicine. Also, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
This medicine may cause some people to be anxious, irritable, or display other abnormal behaviors. It may also cause some people to have suicidal thoughts and tendencies or to become more depressed. If you or your caregiver notice any of these side effects, tell your doctor right away.
Check with your doctor right away if you have dark urine, persistent loss of appetite, influenza (flu)-like symptoms, headache, continuing vomiting, general feeling of tiredness or weakness, light-colored stools, right upper stomach pain or tenderness, or yellow eyes or skin. These could be symptoms of a serious liver problem.
You should avoid alcohol while you are taking this medicine. It can cause serious liver problems.
This medicine may cause serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you have a rash; itching; hoarseness; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
This medicine may lower the number of white blood cells in the blood. This will increase your chance of getting an infection. It can also lower the number of platelets in the blood. Platelets are necessary for proper blood clotting. If this occurs, there are certain precautions you can take, especially when your blood count is low, to reduce the risk of infection or bleeding:
This medicine may cause redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site. Some patients have developed skin infections or a permanent depression (necrosis) under the skin at the injection site. Contact your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects at the injection site: depressed or indented skin; blue-green to black skin discoloration; or pain, redness, or sloughing (peeling) of the skin.
This medicine commonly causes a flu-like reaction, with aching muscles, chills, fever, headache, joint pain, and nausea. Using your shot at bedtime may allow you to sleep through the symptoms. Your doctor may want you to take a medicine for pain and fever (e.g., acetaminophen or ibuprofen) to help control these effects. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully about how to prevent or treat these symptoms.
This medicine contains albumin, which comes from human blood. Some human blood products have transmitted certain viruses to people who have received them. The risk of getting a virus from medicines made of human blood has been greatly reduced in recent years. This is the result of required testing of human donors for certain viruses, and testing during manufacture of these medicines. Although the risk is low, talk with your doctor if you have concerns. The Avonex® prefilled syringe does not contain albumin which comes from donated human blood.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Rebif side effects (in more detail)
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