Glatirex Injection
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Rs.940for 1 vial(s) (1 Injection each)
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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Glatirex Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Glatirex Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Glatirex Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Glatirex 20mg Injection
Glatiramer Acetate(20mg)
Glatirex injection uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS).
How glatirex injection works
Glatiramer acetate belongs to a class of drugs called immunomodulatory agents. It works by modifying the body’s immune system and thereby preventing the damage to the insulating covers (myelin sheath) and protecting the brain and spinal cord cells, however the exact mechanism by which it modifies the body’s immune system is not known.
.Common side effects of glatirex injection
Rash, Breathlessness, Chest pain, Vasodilation, Injection site reaction
SUBSTITUTES FOR Glatirex Injection
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Expert advice FOR Glatirex Injection
- Glatiramer Acetate helps reduce the number of times you suffer attacks of MS (relapses).
- It is injected into the tissue under the skin (subcutaneous tissue) only. Never inject it into a vein or a muscle.
- A different injection site should be used for each dose.
- Always store your injections in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C).
- Never use the same syringe more than once. Discard any unused product or waste.
- It may cause symptoms such as flushing, chest pain, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing that normally go away on their own within half an hour. Inform your doctor immediately if they last longer or become severe.
Frequently asked questions FOR Glatirex 20mg Injection
Glatiramer Acetate
Q. What is Glatirex Injection?
Glatirex Injection is an immunomodulatory agent. It works by modifying the body's immune system and thereby preventing the damage to the insulating covers (myelin sheath) and protecting the brain and spinal cord.
Q. What is Glatirex Injection used for?
Glatirex Injection is used for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (disease in which the immune system i.e. the cells responsible for defense in the body and damages the insulating covers (myelin sheath) of the brain and spinal cord cells leading to different types of physical, mental and psychiatric problems) and to reduce the frequency of recurrences of the attacks of multiple sclerosis in ambulatory patients (i.e. who can walk without help) with relapsing, remitting multiple sclerosis characterized by at least two attacks in the past two year period.