About recombinant interferon beta b
Interferon beta immunomodulator
Used for
- Reduces relapses in relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.
- Used for clinically isolated syndrome suggesting multiple sclerosis.
- May slow disability progression in secondary progressive multiple sclerosis with relapses.
Usual adult dose
250 micrograms injected under the skin every other day; dose is increased gradually when starting.
Common side effects
- Flu-like symptoms, including fever, chills, headache, and muscle aches.
- Injection-site redness, pain, swelling, or tissue damage.
- Low white blood cell counts or liver-enzyme changes.
- Depression, mood changes, or rarely suicidal thoughts.
Important warnings
- Monitor blood counts and liver function during treatment.
- Use caution with depression, liver disease, low blood counts, or heart problems.
- Injection sites can rarely develop severe skin damage or infection.
- Do not use with a history of severe allergic reaction to interferon beta or albumin.
Pregnancy
Discuss treatment before or during pregnancy; risks and benefits depend on the situation and current product guidance.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; discuss treatment with a clinician while breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other medicines that can damage the liver may increase liver-injury risk.
- Use caution with medicines affecting blood-cell production or immune function.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.