Avonex

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Avonex Information



Avonex Benefits & Uses

Avonex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Avonex Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Multiple Sclerosis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mcg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Multiple Sclerosis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mcg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Avonex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avonex is used -

Severe

  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Moderate

Mild

Common

  • Flu-like Symptoms
  • Excessive sweating

Avonex Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Avonex safe for pregnant women?


    Avonex can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Avonex, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Avonex safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Avonex for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Avonex on the Kidneys?


    Avonex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Avonex on the Liver?


    Avonex may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Avonex on the Heart?


    Avonex may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Avonex with Other Drugs

Avonex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Avonex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avonex unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Avonex

  • Is this Avonex habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Avonex is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Avonex as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Avonex only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Avonex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Avonex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Avonex


    Taking Avonex with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Avonex


    Taking alcohol with Avonex can be dangerous.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 701-702

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Avonex (interferon beta-1a)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rebif® (interferon beta-1a)



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