Sep 13, 2009 – Data from an observational phase IV study of 499 patients entitled The Swiss MS Skin Project show that multiple sclerosis (MS) patients taking .

However, it is given three times a week (as opposed to Avonex's once-a-week dosing), and people experience more injection site reactions (85% compared to .

People taking IM injections for MS report few injection-site reactions. . AVONEX, a once-a-week MS medication, is approved by the FDA to treat relapsing forms .

Sep 11, 2009 – Data from an observational phase IV study of 499 patients entitled The Swiss MS Skin Project show that multiple sclerosis (MS) patients taking .

In addition to teaching proper injection technique, Avonex training helps patients avoid injection site reactions and provides patients with suggestions for .

People taking Avonex had more flu-like symptoms than those taking Rebif. People taking Rebif had a greater number of injection-site reactions, elevated liver .

4 posts - 4 authors - Last post: Mar 15, 2007It seemed to work (less exacerbations); however, she had severe injection .

Fewer Injection Site Reactions with Avonex. CAMBRIDGE, MA – Sept. 11, 2009 – Data from an observational phase IV study of 499 patients entitled The Swiss .

Jul 21, 2009 – If you are considering Avonex as a treatment for multiple .

Sep 14, 2009 – The study also showed Avonex patients were less likely to have missed a dose due to an injection site reaction in the four weeks prior to .

Jump to Adverse Reactions‎: The data described below reflect exposure to AVONEX® in 351 patients, including 319 . Injection site reaction, 1%, 3% .

Red spots or skin reactions at the injection sites, as seen with the other interferon treatments like Rebif and Betaseron , do not usually occur with Avonex since it .

In a longer, 8-year follow-up study, even fewer people (2%) stopped taking AVONEX due to side effects. Injection site reactions. AVONEX is the only MS therapy .

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15 posts - 14 authors - Last post: Jun 8I take Avonex and really don't have any issue with the IM Shot. I use to take Copaxone and had really bad site reactions that burned for hours. .

Sep 11, 2009 – The study also showed AVONEX patients were less likely to have missed a dose due to an injection site reaction in the four weeks prior to .

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The shot itself definitely stings more (did not feel Avonex at all). I get ugly injection site reactions with the Rebif. I have less energy, but not lethargic. I am able to .

Avonex is injected intramuscularly once a week in the muscles of the thigh, upper . Injection site reactions (redness, pain, swelling, and discoloration) are also .

Betaseron, Copaxone, Avonex and others work to modify the disease, but are all . Injection site reactions may also occur including swelling, redness, and pain. .

Contents. 1 Overview; 2 Avonex; 3 Rebif; 4 CinnoVex; 5 Related drugs; 6 See also . The two main side effects are flu-like symptoms and injection-site reactions. .

Injection site reactions were reported more frequently by patients receiving Rebif (R) than in patients receiving Avonex (R) (83% vs. 28%, p less than 0.001) .

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4 days ago – A study shows that multiple sclerosis (MS) patients taking Avonex (interferon beta -1a IM) reported significantly fewer injection site reactions .

20 results – A: Common dermatologic side effects to Avonex (interferon beta-1a) include rash and injection site reactions. Patients should consult their healthcare .

Sep 19, 2007 – Hi All, I have just switched to Rebif from Avonex. I've had 5 injections at 8.8 mg (Titration . I also got the injection site reactions. .

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This site is intended for residents of the United States, Puerto Rico, and US territories. AVONEX and MS ActiveSource are registered trademarks of Biogen Idec. .

Drug information and side-effects for Avonex (Interferon Beta 1-A) . of all interferon drugs. There were minimal injection-site reactions. < back to top .

Avonex was made by splicing the human gene for interferon beta-1b into mammalian . Injection site reactions: Injection site pain, or a lump under the skin at the .

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1 day ago – SIDE EFFECTS: Pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site may occur. . A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but get .

Sep 11, 2009 – Sep 11, 2009 - Data from an observational phase IV study of 499 patients entitled The Swiss MS Skin Project show that multiple sclerosis (MS) .

In a six-month clinical trial, 92% of patients using Rebif® developed injection site reactions (redness, pain or swelling), vs only 4% of patients using AVONEX®. .

Avonex - Powder for injection, lyophilized 33 mcg (6.6 million units) . . injection- site inflammation (6%); injection-site reaction (3%); atrophy, edema, hemorrhage .

Find patient medical information for Avonex IM on WebMD including its uses, side . Pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site may occur. . A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but get medical help right away if it occurs . .

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AVONEX should be discontinued in patients who develop progressive MS. . . injection site reaction, injection site inflammation, injection site cellulitis1, injection .

Learn about the prescription medication Avonex (Interferon beta-1a), drug uses, . Sites for injection include the thigh or upper arm (see Medication Guide). . . The adverse reactions most commonly reported in patients associated with the use .

www.nationalmssociety.org/about-multiple-sclerosis/. beta. /index.aspxOnce-Weekly Avonex Shows Better Patient Compliance Than Other . You +1'd this publicly. UndoIn the survey, Avonex patients also reported better tolerability, including significantly fewer instances of injection site reactions and initial flu-like symptoms. .

6 posts - 4 authors - Last post: Sep 11, 2009Delayed injection site reaction to Avonex?? Multiple Sclerosis.

Jump to Injection Facts: "Into the Muscle (IM)" vs. "Under the Skin (SC)"‎: AVONEX remains the only MS . Injection-Site reactions .

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Injection-site necrosis has been reported in 4% of patients in controlled trials. Patients should be advised of the importance of rotating injection sites. continue . of a certain kind of white blood cell), injection-site reaction, asthenia (general .

I start the Avonex this sat evening never gave my self an injection let. . . reactions . I was unable to tame the side effects of Avonex (I got one day of flu and the next day of unbearable. . .. This site is owned and operated by Internet Brands, Inc. .

Aug 9, 2011 – This is the same drug as Avonex, but is injected differently and in more . injection-site reactions) are manageable through various strategies .

Feb 11, 2011 – Avonex had the lowest rate of injection site reactions (9 .

10 posts - 8 authors - Last post: May 24, 2008Hi I have been on Avonex about 16 months now. . I guess this is for those that fall in the small category of having site reactions from Avonex. " .

Mar 15, 2007 – Avonex injection contains the active ingredient interferon beta-1a, which . Injection site reactions such as pain, redness or bruising; Temporary .

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