Drug reference
peginterferon beta 1a
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (MS Drugs)
Mechanism of action
The exact mechanism by which peginterferon beta-1a exerts its effects in patients with multiple sclerosis is unknown; interferons are thought to alter response to surface antigen and may enhance immune cell activities
Common side effects
- Injection site pain
- Headache
- Chills
- Pyrexia
- Influenza like illness
- Injection site erythema
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is peginterferon beta 1a?
peginterferon beta 1a belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does peginterferon beta 1a work?
The exact mechanism by which peginterferon beta-1a exerts its effects in patients with multiple sclerosis is unknown; interferons are thought to alter response to surface antigen and may enhance immune cell activities
What are the common side effects of peginterferon beta 1a?
Injection site pain, Headache, Chills, Pyrexia, Influenza like illness, Injection site erythema
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