Pegylated Interferon Beta 1A
Information about Pegylated Interferon Beta 1A
Pegylated interferon beta 1a uses
Pegylated Interferon Beta 1A is used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS).
How pegylated interferon beta 1a works
Interferons are proteins that occur naturally in the immune system. Beta interferon 1A works by suppressing both inflammation and abnormal immune response to slow down disease progression in multiple sclerosis. Polyethylene glycol is added to prolong the effect of beta interferon 1A in the body.
Common side effects of pegylated interferon beta 1a
Fever, Headache, Flu-like symptoms, Muscle pain, Joint pain, Tiredness