- You probrably don't want to read this. 6th December 2007
... is taking drugs like Rebif, Copaxone, Betaseron, or Avonex had there MS symptoms completely go away?
I mean...
... but I wanted you to know that generally speaking, Avonex , or any other drug isnt going to cure or fix what...
- Finally diagnosed 6th December 2007
... on this board under their indivdual names. Rebif, Avonex , Copaxone and Betaseron. There is also Tysabri to ... would be the next strongest, which is the same drug as Avonex , however given differently. Rebif is 3 times a week ... , whereas Avonex is once a week (rebif being subcutaneous Avonex is...
- Kalawalla 4th December 2007
... If you are taking any kind of Intereferons (rebif, Avonex or Betaseron) you should probably avoid anything in...
- New here :) 3rd December 2007
... I'm guessing it's one of these - Copaxone, Rebif, Avonex or Betaseron. These drugs were not meant to help with...
- Getting harder after a year 1st December 2007
... To all of the Avonex users....I've been using it for a year. I mix my...
... Guess it would help if I could spell Avonex :-)...
... HI ya anxious. I think its more than just Avonex which does this. Ive been shooting up Rebif for just...
... would know exactly what I'm going through. I wish Avonex had a self injector, but it is intermuscular, im guessing...
... to talk to your doc about switching meds? Rebif and Avonex are the same interferon...you wouldnt have any problem...
- hi i'm new 26th November 2007
... Sometimes i just wants to give up hope.
I am using the Avonex injection as well. That is sometimes a pain if you...
... good. Whenever i had a relapse (before using the Avonex injection) it always took up to 7 months to recover...
- combiRx trial update 26th November 2007
... hitdog042,
I am on either Copaxone or Avonex or a combination of the two. I do have insurance but...
- Hot Hands 25th November 2007
... does take almost 6 full months for this drug (and Avonex too) to really start to work....I had an MRI at 6...
- Ok I need "motivational" slogan Ideas from everyone ! 20th November 2007
... MS and tomorrow night I will take my 112th dose of Avonex and have the flu for the 112th consecutive week. I ... lessions during the past two years since starting Avonex therapy. Avonex therapy appears to be working for...
- When do I know if I should start a steroid treatment? 19th November 2007
... my dx of MS and before I started my drug therapy ( Avonex ) I had a bad relapse. I didn't realize I was suppose...
- Triglycerides- MS question for Bearygood 19th November 2007
... article in the NY Times this week--corroborated by the Avonex website--that Avonex is also highly toxic to the liver...
... of the liver concern with all the CRABs (including Avonex ) but I'm confused because I can't find the new article...
... find it.
You dont seem to be aware that Rebif and Avonex are exactly the same drug, just administered differently ... has been published that he is aware of.. I called avonex 's hotline as well and they denied any new information ... LIver function! This from my Neuro, as well as the Avonex nurse!
Hugs, please send more info if you can..
...
... dear dr." letter on Nov. 5, 2007 about the effects of Avonex on the liver and how bad it is. On the Avonex.com...
... Love ya Lisa! Thank you. I saw what you saw on the Avonex website, and YES it has always been there....kind ... appreciate that you went to all this trouble. Having called Avonex today as well as my doctors- theres still nothing...
... concerns!
The good news is that even more recently, Avonex and Biogen released a study talking about how after ... 2 years on Avonex , relapses and progression were conclusively lower...
- First Injection 19th November 2007
... sort of new here.
This past Friday I had my first Avonex injection. I'd done the research, talked to others...
... sort of new here.
This past Friday I had my first Avonex injection. I'd done the research, talked to others ... to get sick, it's possible your body won't tolerate Avonex . It happens to some people.
I was on Avonex for ... but nothing popping Advil did not take care of.
Avonex worked for me. I've had MS for 10 years and I'm not...
... I used Avonex for a few years and had a terrible time (the flu every ... changing to it. YES!!!
Copaxone is WONDERFUL! Avonex was hell for me but I know everyone has a different...
... and he works hard. He also wants me to stick with Avonex for awhile; he's much more optimistic than I am. ...
... to 4 with Tylenol or Motrin...last resort, call the Avonex hotline and talk to the nurse- they always have suggestions...
... to try not to tense up my muscles so much.
My Avonex nurse did call me to see how things were going. She...
... that you are having a tough time right now with the Avonex ..but, it will pass...and alot of it is emotional. ... start feeling like a superstar. Youll get used to the Avonex and you will start getting on with your life. Already ... that you are having a better night...dont worry, the Avonex will stop hurting soon...in the meantime, try really...
... Hi, I've been on Avonex for about 1 1/2 years. It does get better. The first ... lots of water. Lately I heard from a nurse on the Avonex line to eat fresh pineapple, there is an enzyme that...
- MS clinic and criteria for diagnosing MS 18th November 2007
... a cure. What MS Therapy drugs do (copaxone, rebif, avonex , betaseron and tysabri) is they slow down the progression...
- 1 18th November 2007
... My child takes avonex with the long thick needle we just got the 1...
... Hi.. I also am on Avonex , love thats its once a week. I cant stand the lond...
- Anyone over 30 who was diagnosed with ms when in your 20's??? 15th November 2007
... have went to all my neuro appointments and I take avonex , lyrica, prozac and effexsor but I still feel depressed...
- When to start treatment? 13th November 2007
... Maybe I can look into that.
MSNik - I was on Avonex prior to finding out I was expecting and have been...
- MS, Avonex, and pregnancy prevention 8th November 2007
... s always someone here to help you.
I too am on Avonex and have been, on and off for 7 years.
I stopped ... taking the Avonex for four months before i tried to have my second child...
- Depression & MS 7th November 2007
... for about 2 yrs. now. Its the one where you receive Avonex and Copaxone in combination, or one or the other jof...
- ??? about tysabri????? 6th November 2007
... it is a good idea for me to start tysabri. I am on avonex now for two years and I am only 26 and have two little...
... Hi Shaywood,
I'm also on Avonex . My nurse just called me up tonight, to touch base...
- Dont do 2 doctors in one day! 5th November 2007
... rebif,I'm gonna really try for the LDN.he talked about avonex ane there ain't no way nothing is gonna get stuck...
- Alternative/Supplemental Therapies 2nd November 2007
... that route, instead of the typical MS Drug (Copaxone, Avonex , Rebif, BetaSeron or Tysabri) route.
As far as vitamins...
- The enormous cost of meds is it worth it ? 1st November 2007
... burn through that in the first month due to my meds ( Avonex , co-pay 1,400 for one month and the antidepressant...
... look back and say, wow, I have been doing so well on Avonex ...I wish the same for you and Rebif!:)...
- Newly Diagnosed 31st October 2007
... support. I had an IV steroid treatment and I start Avonex in a couple of weeks.
I know it's been over a...
... kick in the butt. But very helpful.
I am on the Avonex meds so if you need to know anything about them i...
- Anyone on Betaseron 31st October 2007
... kind of tried and true. The reason they came out with Avonex and then Rebif, is the drug companies felt that they ... thus providing choices to people like us...also, Avonex and Rebif are slightly stronger, and have been known...
...
I don't have any advice on yr medication. I'm on Avonex But wanted to say welcome to the MS world here.....
... was a little scary for me because it's every day and Avonex has the longer needle which I couldn't deal with....
- New and Medicine Confusion 27th October 2007
... to have bloodwork for liver etc... with ones like
Avonex , Rebif. The more I read the more confused I get....
... info on that drug. Rebif, is also the same drug as Avonex . The difference is that Rebif is newer, and it was ... developed because many Avonex users (once a week musclular shot) were finding that...
... with answers.
As for meds i personally take the Avonex . I guess I'm one of those lucky one who don't have...
... Sounds like I need to stock up on Aleve if I go with Avonex or Rebif. I'm not sure what level of MS I have, so...
... anyone else you want there, how to do this. Rebif, Avonex and Copaxone and I believe Betaseron all come now ... try, but honestly, whether you choose Beta, Rebif or Avonex , they are all similar, Rebif being the only one which...
... because of site reactions that were bad. I went to Avonex and honestly, the flu wasn't bad at all. I went with...
... make and you must feel overwhelmed. I myself am on Avonex . I started taking Avonex pretty much from the start...
... I've been on avonex since Dec. 06. I'm fortunate and don't have side effects ... the pre-filled syringes.
The greatest thing about AVONEX . It's once a week. Intermuscular injection which causes...
- Suitable Meds for SPMS 25th October 2007
... been approved for SPMS. In Europe the interferons ( Avonex , Betaseron, Rebif) are used, but due to ineffective...
- one new small lesion- avonex for 1 year 23rd October 2007
... I was dx 7 years ago. I have 12 lesions.. Been on Avonex on and off.( i had a break, family planning) Dont...
... wasn't convinced it was new lesion. He believes the Avonex is working and would like me to continue until our...
... MRI, Id be thrilled! As others have mentioned, the Avonex , along with every other drug out there, arent going ... think its really up to you to decide if you feel that Avonex is helping you from a clinical standpoint...only you...
- avonex to rebif, anyone? 20th October 2007
... HI there.Youre going to be fine! Avonex and Rebif are exactly, identically the same drug. ... blood levels at the same level, longer.
People with Avonex problems usually experienced increase in lesions,...
...
You will be fine. Youre already used to taking Avonex ...this is going to be a piece of cake for you! Good...
- rapid Dx. 17th October 2007
... getting on with all your shots? I still don't like the ' Avonex ' one...probably never will. My neuro at the trial...
- Chronic Sinusitis? 12th October 2007
... have is that I don't what meds I'm on. It is either Avonex or Copaxone, or a combination of both. HMM....time...
- Copaxone ? 10th October 2007
... thanks for the replys, im on avonex more then liking swithing to copaxone, but when i ... worried about the side effects as i did when i started avonex , got so worked up, delayed treatment for 9 months ... and behold i have very very minimal side effects on avonex ,
so my wonderful brain thinking well avonex didnt...
... supposed to inject in my body??????????
I was on Avonex and tolerated it quite well, I just made the decision...
- Side effects of Rebif vs. Beta? 8th October 2007
... so he switched me to Tysabri, since I have failed, Avonex , Copaxone and Betaseron,, I took one Aleve right before...
- Bearygoods Post On Virus And Ms 7th October 2007
... having MS...
When you take an interferon (rebif, avonex , Betaseron) it actually pumps up your immune system...
- Premixed Avonex 4th October 2007
... me ,tonight is shot night
I have been taking Avonex pre mixed since January 2005 I did have those flu...
... me ,tonight is shot night
I have been taking Avonex pre mixed since January 2005 I did have those flu...
... Hi there Stacy,
I was on powder Avonex for a few years. Had a break, family planning n stuff ... off the top.And twist on a needle.
I now am back on Avonex have been so almost 4 about a half months...
FANTASTIC ... .. much easier, I had the MS Avonex Nurse come home to help me
She was so nice and patient ... ask yr pharmacy. I know i wont go back to the old Avonex . Good luck with yr choice. But do keep us posted....
... I got off Avonex because after I switched to the pre-mixed stuff, the...
- dilema with MS disclosure 3rd October 2007
... it doesn't exist. So far so good for me. I was on Avonex for the first year but have since gone off of it because...
... and I think after that I will start with Copaxone, ( Avonex was not authorized by my insurance and I feel Rebif...
... and I think after that I will start with Copaxone, ( Avonex was not authorized by my insurance and I feel Rebif...
... around 8 - 10 years ago. During this time I also took avonex for two years and had two courses of Novantrone. ...
- Just diagnosed with MS need some help 1st October 2007
... gave me the choice to choose a treatment between Avonex and Copaxone, I wanted Avonex but my insurance denied...
... on her skin, they became like divets.
I was on Avonex for 2 months, the flu wasn't that bad but the depression...
... hardly feel it. Also, you should know that Rebif and Avonex are the same drug.....the difference is, REbif is...
... gave me the choice to choose a treatment between Avonex and Copaxone, I wanted Avonex but my insurance denied ... recover and stay healthy.
If your doctor insists on Avonex and you want to take meds, the doctor can get the...
... The meds, Rebif, Avonex , Copaxone, etc. are designed to slow the progression...
... first drug (Copaxone) and a lot of depression with the Avonex . At the moment, I feel better physically than I have...
... it help with the symtoms? no. Rebif, Copaxone and Avonex and Betaseron are designed to prevent new symtoms...
- one month on copaxone or avonex 27th September 2007
... Hi there Hotflash,
I'm on Avonex and yes i bleed occasionally. I asked this of my...
... I inject the Avonex in my thigh and I occasionaly 'strike oil' myself...
... Hi Mitch
That's where I inject my avonex shots too. So far I bled twicwe and twice it did not...
- questions for MSJayhawk 27th September 2007
... I have stopped taking my Avonex . The depression was so bad, I was to the point of...
- Continence Question 26th September 2007
... glamourgirl
I am in a study group for avonex and copaxone. I am on either one of those drugs or...
- copaxon and pregnancy 26th September 2007
... Nikki is right..ABSOLUTLY NOT !!!! I was on Avonex and was told to be off any meds for at least 6months...
... about. I started TTC the same month I stopped my meds ( avonex ). My dr. Who is one of the top ranked neuros in the...
- medication..... do/dont? 25th September 2007
... Hi there... Im was dx 7 years ago and went on Avonex whish is a once weekly injection. I went off them ... complete my family, had another child. I am now back on Avonex and have been for the last 4 months. Had my MRI and...
... year and a half ago and was immediately placed on Avonex which, up until just recently, I've continued on. ... who knows. Have I been symptom free because of the Avonex or would I have been symptom free even off meds? ...
... months now and have had no relapses. I am either on Avonex , Copaxone or a combination of the two. From my reactions ... injections I am fairly sure that I am getting at least the Avonex . I have had some issues with depression so I am taking...
... Mitch,
both copaxone and Avonex (and rebif too) have programs where they supply the...
- Lots of issues 24th September 2007
... Thanks for the response. I've been on Avonex for a little over a year now. I started having all ... off or anything. I'm thinking that along with the Avonex I take on Friday's and then the 4 day's of solu-medrol...
- Recent MRI 23rd September 2007
... CRAB days) Azathioprine (pre CRAB days), Betaseron, Avonex , Copaxone, Novantrone (two maximum treatment sessions...
- Avonex Side Effect Questions 22nd September 2007
... I'm on Avonex . Just about to post the same advice Msnik gave you...
... ordered my re-fill prescription from the chemist for my Avonex , gosh, I'm into my 4month already.. I swear the Aleve...
- Ready to join in 21st September 2007
... Others, like me, are on Rebif and still others on Avonex ...we have a few people who choose to go holistic and...
... this board. Lots of tips and tons of support. I am on Avonex once weekly injections. . Its great to have support...
- neuro appt, any input? 20th September 2007
... went to nuero today, for a brief fill in, ive been on avonex for two years, after one year new active demylination ... recommends giving steroids a chance and not quitting avonex just yet its early!
early?????
2 yrs and it didnt...
- FTY720 First Dose Day 20th September 2007
... PghGuy,
I'm in a Avonex & Copaxone combination trial. I can only say that...
- med switch? 17th September 2007
... anyone stopped and started a new ms therapy drug, i.e avonex to copaxone or vise versa or any of the mix, how long...
... I have switched from Betaseron to Avonex , then added copaxone. I then stopped them all and...
... thru the yrs I have went from Avonex , to Copaxone, then to betaseron,, none were stopped...
- oh dear 15th September 2007
... get on disability.
I still cannot tell if the Avonex is working, have just been on it since June of this...
... get on disability.
I still cannot tell if the Avonex is working, have just been on it since June of this...
... Hi there Janet,
I also am on Avonex and have been since May this year after having a long...
... glamour girl;3215231]Hi there Janet,
I also am on Avonex and have been since May this year after having a long ... was from MS.....Do you have any symptoms from the Avonex ? Seems now that 24 hours after my injection,I experience...
- Tysabri 14th September 2007
... onsidering Tysabri or are you already on it? I had been on Avonex , double Avonex, Copaxone, Novantrone, Immuran, etc...
... Na I'm not on anything at the moment. I was doing Avonex for 10 months and finally realizing most of my week...
... why I don't have many problems, but I've been off Avonex for over a year and they told me to try this.
I...
- 2 years on avonex 13th September 2007
... nothing new.
I guess you already know that Rebif and Avonex are the identical drug...but did you know that Rebif ... given 3 times a week as opposed to once a week with Avonex ? The reason that Rebif was brought out was because ... at 1 year...have you had an MRI since you started Avonex ?
Its true that no one, and no medicine can completely ... and with that, you might just not be responding to Avonex and need to try Copaxone, or one of the other drugs...
... awful, I'm really sorry to hear that. I'm also on Avonex and have been on and off for 7 years now. I did in...
... I'm sorry to hear this -- yes, it does sound like Avonex isn't working for you. In terms of drugs, it's possible...
... often, there is much more success with Rebif then Avonex ...you wont have to go thru the side effects of starting...
... interferon (this doesnt apply to Coapxone, but only rebif, avonex and betaseron) and then the meds stop working....however...
- hello new friends 11th September 2007
... to the board!
I follow the swank diet and I'm on Avonex . There are mixed reports about the success of diet...
- Neuro Appt and Copaxone quest? 11th September 2007
... one of 6 FDA Approved Long-Term drugs. Others are: Avonex , Betaseron, Rebif, Novantrone, and Tysabri (some problems...
... and true for a number of years...shortly afterwards, Avonex came on the market...also an interferon, but slightly ... different... Avonex was great, however many people actually couldnt tolerate ... Interferons have. Now Rebif got introduced...Rebif and Avonex are exactly the same drug, but given differently. ... The powers who be decided that taking Avonex once a week, wasnt maintaining a steady blood level ... think i need a shot feeling".
Many docs start with Avonex or Rebif now and if the patient cannot tolerate the ... experincing lesions again and then the docs will switch to Avonex or Rebif for a year to see if it helps, and to truly...
... She eventually was dx'd with PPMS and me, I take Avonex and everything considered, it hasn't been bad. Much...
... youll have less of them...just remember that even with Avonex and Rebif side effects, they dont really last more...
- Cold chills on one side of my head???? 11th September 2007
... on before you started the tysabri? I have been on avonex for almost two years and i am having alot of trouble...
- first time on board 8th September 2007
... having an excerbation of my MS. I currently take Avonex , and have experienced all of the minor side effects...
- Are we more prone to illness? 8th September 2007
... if you are taking an intereferon, such as Rebif or Avonex , you are getting all sorts of things which actually...
- GOOD clinical trials 6th September 2007
... my final acceptance/rejection next week. I was on Avonex , but it and I did not see things eye-2-eye (constantly...
- feeling proud 4th September 2007
... continence nurse. I'm back on my weekly injections ( Avonex ).
So I'm proud of myself for getting through the...
- Initial symptoms? 3rd September 2007
... like 1ooo liters of blood test. DX with MS.
Now on Avonex injections 1xweekly.
Well that started 7 yrs ago...
- Avonex ? 1st September 2007
... When I first took avonex I had headaches after a couple shots. They were not...
... thread but I think it got lost, lol. The nurse through Avonex said to drink lots of water but it's like a double...
- Whats next? 30th August 2007
... that, from your post.
MS DRugs are Copaxone, Rebif, Avonex and Betaseron. Now, there is also Tysabri, which is...
- Avonex and Copaxone study 30th August 2007
... but I can understand that Copaxone is every day and Avonex is once a week, so there you have it- 8 injections...
... Okay so maybe i missed your last thread.. I too take Avonex ,
Are you taking both meds ??? 8 shots... gosh...
... glamour girl
this is a study that combines avonex and copaxone together. As you know avonex and copaxone ... knows who is getting what drug, you could have either avonex or copaxone or the combination, not even your dr knows...
... A few years ago I took copaxone and avonex for about a year. I was not in a trial however so...
... Hmmmm... interesting. My Avonex Nurse is coming to my place wed night. I'll ask her...
... suggestion for you, if you ice the injection area ( Avonex ) for about 5 minutes pre-injection you may find that...
... have places to do the injections! Can you call the Avonex nurse, or whomever you are having to deal with thru...
- New to meds 29th August 2007
... effects can be. She began on Betaseron and has been on Avonex , etc. She is now on Rebif as well as the chemo treatments ... etc.)
Soooo....I'm left pretty much with Betaseron, Avonex , or Rebif.
Avonex, I am against due to the rapid...
... definitely the easiest to tolerate. I would not rule out Avonex because of your Mom's experience with it - everyone...
... definitely the easiest to tolerate. I would not rule out Avonex because of your Mom's experience with it - everyone ... resort to the interferons. Mom's experience with the Avonex was so bad, I believe, because it didn't stay in her...
... anything new has developed. One thing you need to know: Avonex and Rebif are the exact same drug...the EXACT same...
... anything new has developed. One thing you need to know: Avonex and Rebif are the exact same drug...the EXACT same ... Nikki! :)
I think that was the main problem with the Avonex for my mom was that it doesn't really stay in your...
... Welcome,
I was dx with MS at age of 31. I've been on Avonex on and off .( stopped to have family) I can say i ... experience scare you from choosing which injection. The Avonex injections are given once weekly and i also use the...
... resort to the interferons. Mom's experience with the Avonex was so bad, I believe, because it didn't stay in her...
- And all of a sudden Im walking well... what are people thinking? 28th August 2007
... for about 6 years but was only dx a year ago and on Avonex for a year and still have not gotten any better. I...
... Avonex , Rebif, Copaxone and Betaseron are not designed to...
- 26 and am having night sweats? anyone else? 21st August 2007
... a blood workup and it all came back fine. I am on Avonex , neurontin, and prozac. It is driving me crazy. I...
... a blood workup and it all came back fine. I am on Avonex , neurontin, and prozac. It is driving me crazy. I...
- Advice Please 19th August 2007
... might have to inject yourself.
MS Drugs, Rebif, Avonex , Copaxone and Betaseron, known as MS Therapy Drugs...
- SSI Check question??? 19th August 2007
... Thanks for your replies. I am only on shots ( avonex ) and stopped taking pain meds cause they were messing...
- Headaches on one side of head that come and go???? 18th August 2007
... Well i am on the avonex now, but the doc told me to think about the Tysabri ... a good option for me. I just always wonder if the avonex is working well for me, how do you know if no matter...
... hi shaywood,
I too am on Avonex , haven't got the guts to take more than the one injection...
- So tired of taking meds..... 17th August 2007
... I have been on Avonex for about 5 months now and I'm so tired of taking...
... Hi,
I Was on Avonex years ago, And i was in the very same boat as you...
... you feel like. I feel the same way. I have been on avonex for like a yaer and a half and I dont think i am ever...
... [QUOTE=daznconfzd;3162035]I have been on Avonex for about 5 months now and I'm so tired of taking...
- MS & Periods 17th August 2007
... over 1 week late. Does the steriod treatment or maybe Avonex drugs have anything to do with them being late. I...
... doctor for a blood test...you CANT get pregnant on Avonex ...(or any of the MS drugs) Its not safe..
ok?
Hang...
- No Insurance -- Should I Get Diagnosed? What Should I Do? 16th August 2007
... Disease Modifying Drugs, such as Copaxone, Rebif and Avonex are between 1500$- 2000$ a month. They are injectable...
- Should i tell my work about my MS?? 14th August 2007
... experienced the depression that they talk about with the Avonex ....And I'll need to talk to my dr. Do I want to take...
- Is fatigue a sign of worsening disease? 12th August 2007
... episodes since the few that led to my dx. I'm on avonex . However, the last 3 weeks have been incredibly difficult...
... for alarm clock.. usually did the trick. I'm on on Avonex and Vitamins now . No other prescrip drugs....
... for alarm clock.. usually did the trick. I'm on on Avonex and Vitamins now . No other prescrip drugs.
Hi Glamour...
- little freaked out 10th August 2007
... 7years now. don't think its ever happened. I'm on Avonex and vitamins such as Magnesium, Vit C. D. Iron tablets...
- should i have another baby or not?????? 10th August 2007
... months and I am still not preggo and still not on my Avonex . I have RRMS but other than the initial flare 2 years...
