rebif effectiveness

Does anyone know if there are any statistics showing the effectiveness of Rebif if used only twice a week versus three times a week? My husband will be losing his job come the end of August, and along with that, our benefits. I figure if I start now going to only 2 times a week, between now and the end of August I can make my Rebif last for at least another month. I know this is not the best thing to do, but it appears to possibly be the only solution.

Hi, I was wondering if anyone who has taken both Avonex and Rebif could give some input here. I have been taking Rebif since this past June, but have started to wonder about how Avonex would compare side-effect-wise. As they are both interferons, I would think they would be similar, but I'm not certain. The idea of once a week sounds nice in comparion though, so I would like some actual first-hand knowledge. Thanks!

ve noticed that most people are concerned about the side effects (which I am as well) however, what about the effectiveness. Has anyone noticed if any of these medicines are slowing the progression of these lesions? When diagnosed last week I had 24 lesions. I'm praying to stop the progression.

Hello, I was diagnosed in Jan and was also given all the info on the CRAB drugs. And told to choose one. I had finally made my mind up to try Avonex. I liked the idea of only having to inject once a week. Then on Tuesday i seen a new Neuro and he said he would like to see me on something stronger. Possibly Rebif ? Now i don't see him again til May. Kind of worried i should be on something already. The sooner i start the better right ??

ve kicked around the CRABs here, a lot. Copaxone, Rebif, Avonex, and Betaseron are the primary four. Your doctor didn't offer Tysabri as your fifth, did he? I like the Decision Maker tool in the uk that walks you through the drugs and helps you figure what is important for you. You can access this at http://www.msdecisions.org.uk welcome to the world of drugs aand bills. I'm glad to hear you are getting treatment for your CIS. Congrats on that one.

I just started Copaxone five days ago so can't comment personally on its effectiveness. In terms of side effects, I have had some site reactions (post injection pain/sting; mild redness; swelling/lump at injection site) but no other problems thus far. Copaxone is reported to be about the same effectiveness as the interferons, for reducing relapses. It is not yet clear whether it is effective in delaying disease progression and disability.

The Comparison of Alemtuzumab and Rebif® Efficacy in Multiple Sclerosis (CARE-MSSM) I and II studies are designed to determine the safety and effectiveness of the investigational drug alemtuzumab as compared to the FDA-approved therapy Rebif (interferon beta-1a), in adults with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). The studies will look for differences between these drugs on the progression of disability and in the number of relapses (flare-ups) and brain lesions caused by MS.

She told me that it was once thought that persons with mild MS disease, were all placed on Copaxone. She said that a study was done, paid for by the makers of Rebif, to determine if Rebif or Avonex were better at treating MS than Copaxone. At the end of this trial, it was determined that Copaxone was just as effective as preventing more lesions and brain volume loss, as the Interferons, Rebif and Avonex. (Please note that this is what I was told by my Neuro.

My sister started Tysabri about 2 months ago, and she had some tingling in her foot (the foot that has foot drop). I've heard really good things about this drug--things like 60% effectiveness rate (compared to the 30% rate of the ABC drugs). She's complained, so far, of having a headache on the day of her infusion and then it goes away. I've not heard any other complaints. She's wanting me to go on it, but I was just diagnosed and haven't given Copaxone a fair shake.

RRMS can even be split into different sub categorises during the phase of disease which can be helpful in determining the effectiveness of the DMD being prescribed. *Active – with relapses and/or evidence of new MRI activity *Not active – no relapses and/or evidence of new MRI activity *Worsening – confirmed increase in disability over a specified period typically 6-12 mths following a relapse *Not worsening – no change in disability "Ocrevus is a highly effective (category 2.

s and reading other forums, I have narrowed it down to Rebif or Betaseron due to the strength of the meds. My Neuro is leaning towards Rebif for me. I just need a thorough explanation as to why. My last two meetings with him where with me laying on the floor because I couldn't sit down due to lumbar puncture headaches! I will keep you all posted. Thanks again and God Bless you all!

So, I'm now onto my 5th shot of Rebif and so far I hate it! I'm only on a mini dose (due to titrate on Sunday) but I feel rubbish and I just hate the thought of what I'm injecting plus having to take painkillers on top of the Rebif. I'm told it gets better with time but I think I may one of the minority on here who would prefer not to take a dmd. How did you all decide which drug to try and have you switched much? I tried copaxone first but had an adverse reaction.

Sorry for your diagnosis, Jen :( If it's any help, I've done Rebif, and am currently on Betaseron during my holiday from Tysabri. Both the Rebif and the Betaseron are quite manageable for me. I do the same thing as Mills (Ibuprofen before taking my shot), and if I'm still feeling a little creepy when I wake up in the morning, I take a little more Ibuprofen, and I'm good to go. My liver function tests have all been normal. Live as well as you can! Stay strong and fit.

I have MS and have been taking Rebif foe 7 years. It has worked very well. I just learned that my current drug insurance plan from Humana will not cover Rebif in 2015. What plans cover at least some of the Rebif cost? My copay with Humana was about $300 per month. Would like not to exceed this amount.

Yes, I am on rebif for 11 months and must take advil liquid gels To stave off headache fever that wakes me up!

My doctor has told me to choose between Avonex, Betaseron, Copaxone and Rebif, and she has given me almost no direction. My question is: How do I go about choosing a drug? I'm leaning toward Copaxone since the others have side effects of depression and seizures. I don't mind needles, so it wouldn't be a problem with me taking daily shots. But aside from that, I don't have any other factors to go on. Does anyone have advice on how I should make a decision?

So the ins company wont pay for Copaxone or Gilynia until my daughter first tries Rebif (i guess because its cheaper for them.) I have a concern with her being on an interferon due to the possible mental health side effects. She is already on Lexapro for anxiety and mild depression. I dont want anything adding to the issue. We have dr app tomorrow to discuss Rebif but I dont want her on it. Anyone have bad side effects with Rebif??? Any advise for me?? Thank you.

Hello. Does anyone take Rebif for MS? Is it helping? How long before any improvement? Does anyone think that it's just a false hope with nasty side effects? Thanks.

I have been on Rebif for four months now, and I am not going to do another shot, I can't handle the side effects. I've tried premedicating and nothing seems to work. How many of you are in the same situation? and what did you do?

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