Copaxon

Glatiramer

Glatiramer acetate (also known as Copolymer 1, Cop-1), sold under the brand name Copaxone among others, is an immunomodulator medication used to treat multiple sclerosis.[1][2] Glatiramer acetate is approved in the United States to reduce the frequency of relapses, but not for reducing the progression of disability. Observational studies, but not randomized controlled trials, suggest that it may reduce progression of disability. While a conclusive diagnosis of ...

Glatiramer Acetate

Glatiramer acetate (also known as Copolymer 1, Cop-1), sold under the brand name Copaxone among others, is an immunomodulator medication used to treat multiple sclerosis.[1][2] Glatiramer acetate is approved in the United States to reduce the frequency of relapses, but not for reducing the progression of disability. Observational studies, but not randomized controlled trials, suggest that it may reduce progression of disability. While a conclusive diagnosis of ...

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Glatiramer acetate (also known as Copolymer 1, Cop-1), sold under the brand name Copaxone among others, is an immunomodulator medication used to treat multiple sclerosis.[1][2] Glatiramer acetate is approved in the United States to reduce the frequency of relapses, but not for reducing the progression of disability. Observational studies, but not randomized controlled trials, suggest that it may reduce progression of disability. While a conclusive diagnosis of ...

I stopped the metformin about 2 weeks ago, I was diagnosed with MS, and after they added Copaxone that made 5 medications and I wanted to cut some out, so I started with Metformin. Since then I've been achey, dizzy, and my jaw is hurting. Is this because I stopped the metformin? I also take Lamictal for bi-polar disorder, methylphenidate for ADD, and birth control. I've continued taking these. ## Those could be symptoms of your MS, rather than being due to any specific medication. MS is well known to cause random unexpected symptoms, according to NIH reports. But the Copaxone can also cause similar side effects. As to cutting out some medications, that might not be a good idea, sometimes we do need to be reliant on them for our health, and well being. How are you doing, now? Has...

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I will be starting Gilenya in May. I have a 3 month washout period from Tysabri. I will be on Copaxone for 2 months. I was wondering how long it took to start Gilenya from the time they put the paperwork in. The nurse said must have aall the prereqisites done foirst not more than 1 month before and they will put paper work in 2 weeks before i am to start. Does this sound right. Thanks laurie f ## Gilenya contains the active ingredient Fingolimid, it is used to treat relapsing MS. It may cause some problematic side effects, such as: slow heart rate, headache, head cold and fatigue. As to the paperwork, the pre-requisites are actually more to do with your insurance/coverage than anything else, so I am afraid that I don't know anything about that. This medication has been FDA approved,...

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Been treated for the PTSD since 1996, many different meds and therapy, M.S. since 1998, have done the big 3 meds, copaxone, rebif, avonex, on none now, back surgery in 2000 from car wreck, I have a G.P. a pain doc, and a shrink. I got shingles on 2/28. I am on 150mgs Wellbruton, Fentayl 50mg. patch, 1600 mgs. neurotin, 15mgs methodone. Did the valtrex, steroids. Tryed Lyrica, swelling of ankles, super depression. Today G.P. gave me a script for Amitriptyline. I was on Elavil at one point, did no good for depression, does anyone think that this will help with the nerve pain from the shingles. I feel these guys are using me for a test subject. Should the G.P. be giving me mood elevators when I have a shrink that I see weekly? The only thing that seems to be helping is the methadone, that ...

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I took it last night and feel like I did the 1st few months I took Avonex - a little nauseous, achy, cold, etc. Hopefully, these side effects will decrease after a few months like they did with the Avonex, as I like the SQ and every 2 week administration. ## Most side effects do improve with time, as your body gets used to a medication. Have you experience any new ones? The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including redness and irritation at the administration site, flu-like symptoms and tiredness. Is anyone else on this that can chime in? ## I tried Avonex and it made me feal so bad I couldn't get out of bed then I was put on Copaxon it was so much better then they made the dose stonger and I only have to take them 3 times a week I am so grateful I really don't li...

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I took my first dose of ampyra today and after 7 hours I had a terrible reaction. I have bad neuropathic pain in my legs, and about 7 hours after the dose, I felt like the neuropathy had been kicked up about 100 times. I literally felt like my legs were on fire. I jumped in the pool and immediately called the neuro's office to report the problem. I was told to stop it immediately, which I am very disappointed about. I had an allergic reaction to Tysabri, couldn't take Rebif, have problems with high dose steroids, and now this. I am pretty much to the secondary progressive stage, although I had a massive attack 15 months ago, and am now on Copaxone and Avonex duo therapy since 2/09. I was really hoping Ampyra would help with the walking, (now on a walker) but because of all my al...

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cellcept was prescribed for me by neurologist for multiple sclerosis. Have had MS for 20 years and had symptom progression 2 years ago. Within 4 weeks I had almost complete turnaround with my MS disabilities. I could see better, was able to walk without my cane. I could swallow without choking. I speach and handwritting improved 100%. My doctor is with the Vanderbilt MS clinic. I have not been able to talk with anyone else with MS who has had such improvement. I have had no side effects. I must have CBC blood test every 6-8 weeks. Would like to hear if this is considered a break-through with other MS patients. I don't think FDA has approved cellcept for use in MS treatment. ## My mom has had MS for 25yrs, has been wheelchair bound since 1998, we tried Avenox, Copaxon, Betaseron shot...

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copaxon is given via a shot in afatty sectio of the body in order to slow the progression of Multipule Sclerosis.

generic Copaxone ## Does anyone know anything about when generic Copaxone will be available? I know there is one company that has a version awaiting FDA approval as of Dec. 2007.

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What effect does wine and copaxone have? ## wine and copaxone

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want to see potho and know all about this druge ## have recently suffered severe depression and anxiety, have ms for 27 years have been on copaxone for about 10 years. When had mental collapse more test were done for done for my decline in cognitve ability it showed severe decline very slow processing speeds. My nuero said that maybe copaxone was no longer working and we should possibly consider changing my therapies. What could that mean. I am now afraid it might mean I have progressed to secondary progressive stage of the disease. The cognitive issues are pretty bad and I am applying for disability retirement

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Can I take Ibuprofen for the head-Acheson Ampyra? Or before my Rebif shots? ## Yes, I am on Ampyra as well as Rebif. Advil, Tylenol or whatever type of pain reliever for your headaches is fine for both as well as will help will any fever, aches and chills that you may have with Rebif injections. I am a RRMSer for 4 years. On Ampyra for almost 2 months and the jury is still out on the benefits. I think the 100+ degree heat has possibly taken away any benefit that I may have gotten from it. The heat zaps me!!! My headaches with Ampyra lasted about 3weeks then went away. Good luck and God Bless. ## Thanks Alice. I haven't even finished my first week so I need to certainly give it time. God Bless you and thank you! ## I am on Ampyra and Copaxone . I was on Rebif before and yes you can t...

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Copaxone 20 mg/ml Subcutaneous Injection, Solution by Teva Neuroscience, Inc. ## Package Codes: 68546-317-00, 68546-317-30 ## Active Ingredients: Glatiramer Acetate

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Copaxone 40 mg/ml Subcutaneous Injection, Solution by Teva Neuroscience, Inc. ## Package Codes: 68546-325-06, 68546-325-12 ## Active Ingredients: Glatiramer Acetate