Drug reference
interferon beta 1a
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (MS Drugs)
Mechanism of action
Recombinant interferon; antiviral, antiproliferative, immunoregulatory protein; alters response to surface antigen and may enhance immune cell activities
Common side effects
- Injection site reactions
- Headache
- Nausea
- Flu-like syndrome
- Muscle ache
- URT infection
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is interferon beta 1a?
interferon beta 1a belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does interferon beta 1a work?
Recombinant interferon; antiviral, antiproliferative, immunoregulatory protein; alters response to surface antigen and may enhance immune cell activities
What are the common side effects of interferon beta 1a?
Injection site reactions, Headache, Nausea, Flu-like syndrome, Muscle ache, URT infection
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