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Rebif Manufacturer: SERONO
Common Uses of Rebif:
This medicine is an interferon used to treat relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How To Use Rebif:
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE COMES WITH A MEDICATION GUIDE. Read it carefully. This medicine is usually administered as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. This medicine is sometimes used at home as an injection. If you are using this medicine at home, a healthcare professional will provide detailed instructions for its appropriate use. Ask any questions that you may have about this medicine or giving injections. STORE THIS MEDICINE in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C). Do not freeze. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible, then go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT use 2 doses at once.
Rebif Cautions:
SOME PATIENTS BECOME depressed or suicidal while taking this medicine. If you begin to feel depressed or suicidal, contact your doctor. THIS MEDICINE COMMONLY CAUSES flu-like symptoms. Using this medicine at night may lessen these symptoms. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. YOU MAY EXPERIENCE REDNESS, PAIN, SWELLING, OR IRRITATION at the injection site. Ask your doctor for suggestions so that you do not use the same injection site repeatedly. Do not make an injection into skin that is tender, red, or hard. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE HARM to the human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS DRUG IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
Possible Side Effects of Rebif:
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include headache, flu-like symptoms, fever, chills, nausea, diarrhea, muscle ache, dizziness, or weakness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist promptly. Flu-like symptoms can be treated with fever reducers and pain relievers, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience any of the following serious side effects including chest pain, swelling of the ankles/feet, or sudden weight gain. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if any of the following unlikely but serious side effects occur including mental/mood changes or depression (including thoughts of suicide), seizures, signs of infection (e.g., persistent sore throat), easy bruising/bleeding, dark urine, yellowing eyes or skin, extreme fatigue/weakness, cold or heat intolerance, or gradual change in weight (without a change in diet or exercise). An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing.
REBIF
Generic Version of Rebif: E: INTERFERON BETA 1a (in-ter-FEER-on BAY-tah)Rebif Manufacturer: SERONO
Common Uses of Rebif:
This medicine is an interferon used to treat relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How To Use Rebif:
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE COMES WITH A MEDICATION GUIDE. Read it carefully. This medicine is usually administered as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. This medicine is sometimes used at home as an injection. If you are using this medicine at home, a healthcare professional will provide detailed instructions for its appropriate use. Ask any questions that you may have about this medicine or giving injections. STORE THIS MEDICINE in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C). Do not freeze. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible, then go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT use 2 doses at once.
Rebif Cautions:
SOME PATIENTS BECOME depressed or suicidal while taking this medicine. If you begin to feel depressed or suicidal, contact your doctor. THIS MEDICINE COMMONLY CAUSES flu-like symptoms. Using this medicine at night may lessen these symptoms. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. YOU MAY EXPERIENCE REDNESS, PAIN, SWELLING, OR IRRITATION at the injection site. Ask your doctor for suggestions so that you do not use the same injection site repeatedly. Do not make an injection into skin that is tender, red, or hard. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE HARM to the human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS DRUG IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
Possible Side Effects of Rebif:
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include headache, flu-like symptoms, fever, chills, nausea, diarrhea, muscle ache, dizziness, or weakness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist promptly. Flu-like symptoms can be treated with fever reducers and pain relievers, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience any of the following serious side effects including chest pain, swelling of the ankles/feet, or sudden weight gain. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if any of the following unlikely but serious side effects occur including mental/mood changes or depression (including thoughts of suicide), seizures, signs of infection (e.g., persistent sore throat), easy bruising/bleeding, dark urine, yellowing eyes or skin, extreme fatigue/weakness, cold or heat intolerance, or gradual change in weight (without a change in diet or exercise). An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing.
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