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Interferon Beta-1A is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Interferon Beta-1A is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Interferon Beta-1A safe for pregnant women?
Interferon Beta-1A may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Interferon Beta-1A, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Interferon Beta-1A safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Interferon Beta-1A as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Interferon Beta-1A on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Interferon Beta-1A on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Interferon Beta-1A on the Liver?
Interferon Beta-1A has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Interferon Beta-1A on the Heart?
Side effects of Interferon Beta-1A rarely affect the heart.
Interferon Beta-1A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Interferon Beta-1A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Interferon Beta-1A habit forming or addictive?
Interferon Beta-1A does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Interferon Beta-1A as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Interferon Beta-1A is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Interferon Beta-1A for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Interferon Beta-1A
Taking Interferon Beta-1A with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Interferon Beta-1A
Taking Interferon Beta-1A with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)