Review the side-effects of Interferon Beta 1A as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Influenza-like symptoms (headache, fatigue, fever, rigors, chest pain, back pain, muscle pain), abdominal pain, depression, elevated liver enzymes level and blood disorder.
Local- Injection site reactions and injection site necrosis.
Central Nervous System - Muscle tightness, poor coordination, epilepsy and drowsiness.
Metabolic- Thyroid disorder.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain and dry mouth.
Liver- Increased level of liver enzymes and abnormal liver function.
Musculo-Skeletal - Muscle/joint/back pain.
Blood- Decrease in blood cells, anemia and swelling of lymph nodes.
Skin- Rash and redness.
Genitourinary- Increased urinary frequency and urinary incontinence.
Eye - Abnormal vision.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Influenza-like symptoms (headache, fatigue, fever, rigors, chest pain, back pain, muscle pain), abdominal pain, depression, elevated liver enzymes level and blood disorder.
Local- Injection site reactions and injection site necrosis.
Central Nervous System - Muscle tightness, poor coordination, epilepsy and drowsiness.
Metabolic- Thyroid disorder.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain and dry mouth.
Liver- Increased level of liver enzymes and abnormal liver function.
Musculo-Skeletal - Muscle/joint/back pain.
Blood- Decrease in blood cells, anemia and swelling of lymph nodes.
Skin- Rash and redness.
Genitourinary- Increased urinary frequency and urinary incontinence.
Eye - Abnormal vision.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Interferon Beta 1A
Interferon Beta 1A(Avonex) generic is an immunomodulator, prescribed for multiple sclerosis.Trade Names for Interferon Beta 1A
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