- Dealing with Stress 22nd May 2007
... consider starting MS Therapy like Rebif, or Copaxone, or Avonex ...the sooner you start, the less progression and relapses...
- This or that...Avonex or Copaxone 20th May 2007
... which lasts a day or two MAX. Nothing else. Rebif and Avonex are the same interferon...the difference is Rebif ... is 3 times a week, sub-cutaneous, whereas Avonex is once a week Intra-Muscular. What Nuffs is saying ... often, which MIGHT be the reason Rebif came out after Avonex ?? Just a guess. Because Avonex is only once a week ... craves it...does that make any sense? The amount of Avonex is much more- the theory being that it SHOULD last...
... I've been on both Avonex and Copaxone with a good amount of time between. ... Avonex was better for me in the powdered version. Once the...
... Lisa. I've heard that frequently about the prefilled Avonex . I'm seriously cosidering powdered Avonex because...
... I have been on both copaxone and avonex now on tysabri. The flu for me with avonex lasted...
... the "stains" from my last couple of rounds. So. Avonex has fewer incidences of site reactions because it...
- terrified of first injection-please help 18th May 2007
... Well today I picked up my Avonex medication and opened the box to see this HUGE needle ... asked the pharmacist if he could give me the prefilled Avonex and he looked into it and cannot without the neuro...
... say I wish I could use an autoinjector, however with Avonex you cant. When I was first dx I had read a bit about ... treatments and remember thinking I would not chose Avonex for the very reason that you cannot use an autoinjector ... within an hrs discussion with my neruo I had decided on Avonex because it was once a week. From the beginning I thought...
... some people complain of by the end of their weekly Avonex injection.
I am on REbif, and have to tell you- I ... me.
When you learn to do this, whether it is with Avonex or any other drug, have someone with you who will...
... Hey just wanted to let you know that i'm taking Avonex and i use an auto-injector. I started off without...
- Symptoms Back After 5 Years-MRI Was Neg Then 18th May 2007
... 12 years ago, right about the time of meds such as avonex to reduce symptoms. She is still living a pretty...
- new symptom any advise 16th May 2007
... been recently diagnosed with ms and about to commence Avonex . Have had many symptoms over years and more recently...
- Need Help! Neck, Back Losing Movement 12th May 2007
... for neck and spine MRIs.
Bunni
dx 12/06 RRMS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- CombiRx phase three trial 12th May 2007
... effectiveness of two drugs in combination. The med's are Avonex and Copaxone. The good thing about this study is that ... have seen many comments that the side effects of the Avonex disappear after a few months. That has not been my ... effects I am guessing that I am getting at least the Avonex as the sub-q injection (Copaxone or placebo?) only...
... results, when they are compiled? Im sorry you still have Avonex reactions. Being on Rebif, I know EXACTLY how bad...
... results, when they are compiled? Im sorry you still have Avonex reactions. Being on Rebif, I know EXACTLY how bad...
... interesting either way, whether you are taking the Avonex or Copaxone or both - Im thinking that you are right ... , you are definately getting Avonex by the sounds of your side effects...amazing. Stay...
... I noticed when I was on Avonex , I would go into a state of depression that lasted...
- I Confess: 11th May 2007
... about my career as much as I used to. I know if the Avonex stops working overnight, I could end up not being...
... about my career as much as I used to. I know if the Avonex stops working overnight, I could end up not being...
- Am i disabled? 11th May 2007
... rest and the crazy hours and being unable to take my avonex shot the same day each week ( i take it before a day...
... giving me that "end of the week low' that so many Avonex users experience. You might be an ideal candidate ... this....
You didnt say how long you have been on Avonex ...if it is less than 6 months, you still have a chance ... this stuff to really reach full blood level, for both Avonex and Rebif...until I reached 6 months, I was still...
- Husband's Spinal Tap was OK...Now What??? 10th May 2007
... disapated, I have no lesions what so ever since using Avonex ). My eye tests were normal and my LP was normal as...
- Injection trouble 9th May 2007
... Im using Avonex ...
... icing the site before the injection has helped some Avonex users - but I don't know if it helps at all with ... "psyching" yourself into doing it!
HEY, AVONEX FOLKS, any help here? :)...
... Still hoping an Avonex user will reply (I honestly don't know if I would...
... situation than most folks as I am taking both Copaxone and Avonex . (Lucky me, thats 8 shots a week) I am involved in ... little needle but when it comes time for MR. BIGSHOT Avonex I find that I am much more reluctant. What seems to...
... I am an avonex user, I have been on it for about a year and a half ... offer more advice. Best of luck!!!
(I didn't know Avonex had an autoinjector?)...
- optical neuritis....but now MS? 7th May 2007
... INterferons, although Betaseron is slightly differnt then Avonex or Rebif which are the same drug. The biggest difference ... Betaseron which is into the muscle...and yet others take Avonex which is once a week. YOull have to read the differnces...
- Diagnosed today-confused about one result 7th May 2007
... progressive from relapsing/remitting). Will be starting Avonex next week. However confused and concerned about LP ... to hear from you. Also is anyone being treated with Avonex and what can i expect in regards to side effects....
... truly sorry to hear you have joined...
I am not on Avonex , however I am on Rebif, which is exactly the same ... medicine. From what I understand Rebif stings more than Avonex , but cant confirm that.
You should have a nurse ... one other question for you....they dont prescribe Avonex for Secondary Progressive and 85% of the country with ... think its moving that direction.
Again, good luck on Avonex . .youll be fine, just dont give up. It gets better...
... truly sorry to hear you have joined...
I am not on Avonex , however I am on Rebif, which is exactly the same ... medicine. From what I understand Rebif stings more than Avonex , but cant confirm that.
You should have a nurse ... one other question for you....they dont prescribe Avonex for Secondary Progressive and 85% of the country ... think its moving that direction.
Again, good luck on Avonex . .youll be fine, just dont give up. It gets better ... all advise on board. I have some concerns about the Avonex as it is injected IM and I am not sure I can learn...
... simply do the syringe.
Now, as for Copaxone vs. Avonex ....its all about what is right for you. There are ... questions....however, take this into consideration. Avonex , Betaseron and Rebif are all types of Interferons ... ( avonex and Rebif being the same type). Interferons are a ... standard flu-like symtoms...thats the nice part about Avonex and Rebif..you can count on the symtoms...from what ... you can always switch later if you really dont like Avonex . Thats just my best opinion...I have to believe that...
... would ask him/her. If your doctor only has patients on Avonex , that might be reason enough to get a second opinion ... meds it might help to ask him/ her why they think Avonex is the one for you...I had heard what Lilc said about ... stages...that would include both Rebif, Betaseron and Avonex ...
So with that, I hope that you have found at...
... alway turn back and look at other treatments should Avonex not be the one for me. I guess I will start with Avonex...
...
As for talking with your doc further about why avonex ...I think thats a smart move. And, just for the record...
- Fty720 6th May 2007
... headaches, nausea. But, God knows how sick I've been from Avonex !!!! My understanding is that Phase III trials have...
- Rebif? 4th May 2007
... switch? You have told us that you were on Copaxone, and Avonex ..didnt you? Or do I have that wrong?
They do have...
... Avonex was a huge pain with that darn weekly flu (and yes...
... or not this will apply to you. I have heard, since Avonex and Rebif are basically the same drug that taking ... injection. Meaning, if you had THAT much problem with Avonex , its likely you will incur the same problems with...
... increasing my liquids, like I used to do with the Avonex (that helped to reduce the intensity, if nothing else...
- Confused about medication. 3rd May 2007
... Betaseron. A friend of the family takes and recommends Avonex . People in my family mean well but can't stay off...
... CRABs (Copaxone, Rebif, Avonex , Betaseron) are the main DMD (disease-modifying drugs ... from various drugs trials (I think). I was given Avonex because my doctor thought I'd do better with a once...
... ve had none, many people do have none with Copax.) Avonex , Rebif and Betaseron are all interferons, I believe...
- Avonex 3rd May 2007
... I'm actually thinking of switching back to Avonex . I was on it over a year and a half (my doctor just ... every week for months! Neither the nurse on the Avonex hotline nor my pharmacist told me the powdered version ... everywhere!!! So. I'm going to beg to go back on Avonex (the doctor doesn't really have an opinion on which...
... hello all!:)
In regards to Avonex ,and the side effects , here is what i can tell you ... ...
My husband has MS and I give him his Avonex shot every week... He has been on it for a year now ... experience any at all, he felt good. Then, I guess Avonex did some studies on how long you can leave Avonex ... is in tears. Now, as soon as this happened i called avonex and asked if something was added or changed and they ... but good things in the long run,from people who use avonex .
Please keep in mind, you may not feel this way...
... Hi cp,
I certainly can't complain about Avonex . Been on it for years and years with very few side...
... My brother has been on Avonex for a long time and he is very happy with it. He...
... also is that on Tuesday I am having my first shot of Avonex and after picking up the medication was terrified ... myself, but that needle looks so long. Any advise from Avonex users would be great. Thanking you in advance...
... Get on the phone to the Avonex nurse, or look for how to contact them at their website...
... I have just started taking Avonex , and my first two injections have been a breeze. ...
- Recently Diagnosed 29th April 2007
... potentially help you. Just to encourage you, I have been on Avonex since December (one shot a week, intra-muscular);...
- Getting off Rebif 28th April 2007
... I have been on Avonex , then Rebif for 8 years +/-, yet I am slowly getting...
... site reactions get so dang intolerable! I was on Avonex over a year and never stopped having the "flu" and...
... Copaxone is a synthetic drug...Rebif, Betaseron and Avonex are not...they are more like the bodys own chemistry...
... the site reactions get so dang intolerable! I was on Avonex over a year and never stopped having the "flu" and...
- Diagnosis questions 27th April 2007
... he will probaly say fine. You say you want to take Avonex once a week instead of 3 times a week, he'll probably...
- Balance Issues - anyone else like this? 24th April 2007
... better soon.
Bunni 53yrs in SC
dx 12/06 RRMS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Tysabri Talk (Including Infusion Updates) 21st April 2007
... 2 of which were given Tysabri in combination with Avonex (which is another immunomodulator), and 1 Crohn's...
... kind of allerigic reaction to my copaxone. I tried Avonex in the past.. NO GOOD! I was shaking and it took...
... like I was healing well, then the recall happened. Avonex since which is OK, but not the same level as T.
...
... yay :) :) :)
I agree with your statement re: Avonex ...although it did not work for me at all, nor did...
... route. I was fully dx'd last year and have been doing Avonex . Im fed up with unpredicably being sick from it, so...
... relapse reduction rates used were: Tysabri was 67%, Avonex (Interferon beta-1a IM) 32%, Betaseron (Interferon...
... considering the cost and how effective it was.. copaxone or avonex is just as good. But he said it was my choice.
...
... relapse reduction rates used were: Tysabri was 67%, Avonex (Interferon beta-1a IM) 32%, Betaseron (Interferon ... considering the cost and how effective it was.. copaxone or avonex is just as good. [FONT="Georgia"][COLOR="Blue"]has...
... relapse reduction rates used were: Tysabri was 67%, Avonex (Interferon beta-1a IM) 32%, Betaseron (Interferon ... EVIDENCE* Study compared Rebif (interferon beta-1a) and Avonex ® (interferon beta-1a). During this 48-week study, ... under the skin) injection to a group of 339 people. Avonex was dosed at 30 mcg given once a week by intramuscular ... the people taking Rebif had fewer relapses than the Avonex patients. These results enabled Rebif to be granted ... an exception to the Orphan Drug† status of Avonex based on efficacy.
*EVIDENCE Study: Evidence for ... amount of relapses, but your study says that Rebif and Avonex had the same results...
the study I read says that ... Rebif had fewer relapses then Avonex ...but of course, does not compare Copaxone, Betaseron...
... times a week has also been proven to work better than Avonex 30 mcg given once a week at reducing brain lesion ... given 3 times a week was proven to work better than Avonex 30 mcg given once a week at reducing brain lesion ... unknown."
Strictly guessing here, but since both Avonex and Rebif are beta-1a interferons...perhaps this is ... Personally speaking, I've always thought of Rebif as " Avonex with an attitude" due to it's "burn", heehee ;)
...
... easier to manage then Rebif, too....I like the analogy, Avonex with a kick! Having never been on Avonex, I didnt...
... again taking it and going back to work! Same with Avonex etc...
I know what it's like to believe anything...
... I have been on copaxone for years, I was on avonex for a few months prior. I went years without medication...
... contracted PML. The other two people were taking Avonex and Tysabri concurrently, so presumably they had MS...
... warnings. I have been on ACTH, Betaseron, Immuran, Avonex , Copaxone and LDNaltrexone along with IV Solumedrol...
- Drugs. 20th April 2007
... who wants to get hooked on such a powerful drug? Avonex used to give me "the flu" almost every week and now...
... will not help with pain. I had the same problem with Avonex about the time I got over the flu like symptoms it...
- relapsing remitting or progressive 17th April 2007
... the liver settles down and we can talk alternatives. Avonex is out too--anybody read the rpt in NY Times that...
... [QUOTE=taosdaphne;331***7] Avonex is out too--anybody read the rpt in NY Times that...
... Check the Avonex website--info is there too. And when the mfg posts...
... HI there. Just read the entire Avonex website, and I called them today. There is no new ... LIVER! This same warning is on Betaseron, Rebif and Avonex ...almost verbatim.
There are NO NEW warnings at least ... that Avonex are claiming, and the only article I found related...
... QUOTE=MSNik;3315611]HI there. Just read the entire Avonex website, and I called them today. There is no new ... LIVER! This same warning is on Betaseron, Rebif and Avonex ...almost verbatim.
There are NO NEW warnings at least ... that Avonex are claiming, and the only article I found related ... for Tysabri, and there are no new warnings out for Avonex that were not already known in data collecting.
It ... Progressive MS (that was originally RR) who wish Tsybari or Avonex were available 30 years ago....
- Dx?? 11th April 2007
... said yes. He said I need to talk to the nurse about Avonex and to start on Solumedrol IV. He never told me straight ... out I have MS. I didn't know what Avonex was. I saw my checkout paper and it was circled that ... best on your test results.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Need advice on paying for Avonex 10th April 2007
... I am on Avonex also and when I first started on it, I got a call ... they could do for you. to quote their web site at avonex .com:
"If you have limited financial resources,...
... Hi,
Avonex is manufactured by BIOGEN. There are a lot of people...
- Anyone diagnosed w/out lesions in MRI? 10th April 2007
... sure.
I hope this helps.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Back or Neck Weakness? 9th April 2007
...
Thank you for your help.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
... one.
Thank you anyway.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- An embarrassing question, sorry. 7th April 2007
... get it under control soon.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- When does Avonex kick in??? 6th April 2007
... after the shot.
Good Luck - I have been doing well on Avonex and hope it continues....
- SWANK Diet..... 2nd April 2007
... and if you are on any kind of CRAB (copaxone, rebif, avonex , betaseron) you are already stressing your immune...
- just diagnosed lots if questions 2nd April 2007
... days where I had a steroid drip,I also started on Avonex .I have had my symptons for nearly two years so i was ... which I am on tabs for. I an due my second dose of Avonex tomorrow and am wondering how long the side affects...
... you have you can get treatment and hopefully the Avonex will help a lot when I was dxed 5 years ago I felt ... don't have some of the really bad side efects from Avonex .I was on it for about 9 months I had the flew like...
... Gally,
I got my Dx in June 05 and have been on Avonex since. I Nstill get side effects from time to time...
... After ten years, I evenutally became reactive to the Avonex , then BetaSeron and am not on any of those now.
...
- time to switch from copaxone? 31st March 2007
... change in regimine at present. Should I rush to use Avonex or Rebif instead as neuro wants?
Thanks for your...
... I have been on copaxone , avonex and tysabri in 5 years with avonex i stayed sick.copaxone...
- Rebif? Please Share Thoughts 31st March 2007
... in September 2005. In the beginning I started with Avonex . On Avonex I suffered to episodes requiring IV Steroids ... with we made the decision to switch to Rebif.
With Avonex and the 1x weekly IM, which scared the life out of ...
I recommend REBIF because my doctor said to me " Avonex is like having a full glass of water on Monday and...
- Does Avonex suppress the Immune System? 30th March 2007
... impression my immune system was compromised because I take Avonex (I had a very bad sinus infection at the time and ... gone, I mentioned it to my Neurologist . He affirmed Avonex does not suppress the immune system at all....
... I am sure that people taking Avonex are not more susceptible to other diseases as a result...
- Copaxone 29th March 2007
... and easy to use. It avoids the flu type sickness of Avonex , and is as good as it gets. The drug companies taut...
- Rebif vs Avonex 28th March 2007
... I've been on avonex since Dec. 06. I'm fortunate and don't have side ... the pre-filled syringes.
The greatest thing about AVONEX . It's once a week. Intermuscular injection which...
... I've been on Avonex for over a year now and I still get the flu like symptoms ... I can't speak for Rebif but the side effects with Avonex , for me, are tolerable....
... I, too am on avonex since 12/02. I am real happy with it so far. I rarely ... I will continue with the icing. Hopefully, the avonex will help you.:)...
... with the injection kit.
I am into my 4th month of Avonex ; no flu effects at all. Just a slightly "jumpy" leg...
... I prefer Rebif, Although Avonex is only 1x weekly. The depth of the needle is scary...
- diagnoses or ? 28th March 2007
... and see what it says about side effects. (I am on Avonex ; my side effect has been depression, which is treated ... and let me choose the one I wanted ... I selected Avonex because it's fewer injections in a week (1) and it...
- MS and Seizures? 26th March 2007
... or adjacent "white matter."
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
... extremely tired also. So, we are not crazy. I am on Avonex and one of the side effect is seizures. However, they ... (Avonex) are not sure if it is the Avonex or the MS. I had seizure like activity before Avonex...
- Copaxone v. Avonex 26th March 2007
... I'm sorry you have not been responding well to Avonex . I have been pretty lucky with it; no flu shakes,...
... I was on Avonex over a year and had the "flu" almost every week. ...
- Raynauds 26th March 2007
... seems to get worse each year.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Meds For MS...Are They Really Just Money Makers?? 23rd March 2007
... I have been on Avonex ,copaxone,and tysabri the side effects of the first ... 2 I couldn't stand. Avonex I stayed sick with flew like symptoms.With copaxone...
... trust his or her's opinion.
I personally am on Avonex and, although, I am not a fan of the weekly shot or...
- Just Diagnosed...What Should We Expect? And About Heat, Does it Affect You A Lot? 21st March 2007
... MS Therapy drugs (known as CRABS- Copaxone, Rebif, Avonex or Betaseron) then he will say goodbye to his drinking...
- Low Dose Naltrexone 21st March 2007
... I do take naltrexone. Dx'ed '89 rrms. Tried avonex , copaxone, methotrexate, cellcept and tysabri all...
- Please help! Could I have MS? 20th March 2007
... wish you all the best,
Bunni :)
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
... are infrequent and of shorter duration (thank you Avonex )...
I hope you do not have MS, I really do. But ... months as I tried to put together funds to pay for Avonex and now I regret it.)
Be as anonymous as you want...
- Losing my mind??? 20th March 2007
... Hi guys
I have been taking Avonex now for about 5 months. I started off really well...
- OMG last night was Terrible... 15th March 2007
... and fewer cases of the "shakeys" since I started on Avonex four months ago.)
So Cal Holly...
- abnormal hemoglobin 14th March 2007
... on the anemia forum on here.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Need help! Anyone on Tysabri??? 14th March 2007
... any of the CRAB drugs along with it?? i have been on Avonex , Copaxone, and now Betaseron, and evidentally none...
... 28 DAYS U GET IT AND NO OTHER MED LIKE COPAXONE OR AVONEX OR SOMETHING. U ALSO HAVE TO GO OFF YOUR SHOTS THAT...
... Rebif, my neuro says it is also an interferon, so if avonex and betaseron didn;t work for me, it probably wouldn...
- copaxone 13th March 2007
... I would try and talk to the Copaxone people; the Avonex people referrred me to two providers who might be ... able to help with the cost of Avonex . (I did't qualify because my income is too high, but...
- Copaxone and hives 13th March 2007
... out there AND with the least side effects.
Avonex I cant take at all and I am sure the others will give...
- MRI - how often? 13th March 2007
... months so he could monitor my liver as he started me on Avonex . The last appt was back in December and he stated...
... and had my MRI of just brain in Nov. I started on Avonex in January. I had attacks since then both on my eyes ... me if I thought I was getting weaker since taking Avonex . I didn't get to answer the question as he was doing ... answer to this question.
Bunni :)
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
... disease; he just wants to make sure I am taking my Avonex (doing what I can to keep the # of future attacks...
... puncture in Feb 2006. I was diagnosed then and began Avonex in March (Wow, a year ago!). I saw my neurologist...
- CRABS? SWANK Diet? what are these things? 11th March 2007
... medicine to slow down MS
C -Copamax
R- Rebif
A- Avonex
B- Betaferon
All of which do a decent job, but...
... figure it can't hurt to eat healthy. I'm also on Avonex , one of the CRAB medicines.:)...
- Weird Sensory symptom a little worried 10th March 2007
... have been diagnosed for about a 1/2 year now and take Avonex . The "patch" is still there, but smaller than ever ... anymore. The size seems to decrease every month on Avonex , so I think I will be back to normal soon. My advice...
- Neuro Dx with demylinating disease of cns from lyme disease. 7th March 2007
... progression going on because my legs seem weaker even on Avonex . He has put me into physical therapy to help with ... dx soon and a caring doctor.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Given up 7th March 2007
... side effects such as depression that came to me with Avonex use, my weekly shot)... but it's not all that is me...
... I am currently in a clinical trial that combines Avonex and Copaxone so I'm real sure I shouldn't be drinking...
- what exactly is the prognosis for ms? 7th March 2007
... this will give you lots of info (Copaxone, Rebif, Avonex , Betaseron). There are other drugs as well I believe...
- Unexplainable Pain and Other Symptoms- Help! 7th March 2007
... right dx quickly.
Bunni in SC :)
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Remitting-Relapsing? 6th March 2007
... the muscle on the front of the leg; I'd be doing my Avonex injections there all the time as I would not be able...
... is a MS Society mentoring program or not. I am on Avonex and it has a mentoring program available. I have not...
- Question about Medication? 6th March 2007
... find insurancce that has a "cap" on injectables.
Avonex (which I take) is $1,700 a month without insurance...
- Newbie - diagnosed today :( 5th March 2007
... walked out of the room.
Over the years I have taken Avonex , Betaseron, and Novantrone. I have been confined to...
... for Dummies; great! Non scary website: MS Society. Avonex website ( a drug I take) also has some good stuff...
- AVONEX...still making me sick 5th March 2007
... Hi there. Im not on Avonex , but I am on Rebif, and the first 6 months I was sick...
... I was on Avonex for almost a year and a half and at the end it was ... more easily tolerated by some? If I ever go back on Avonex , I would BEG for that older version of the drug. ...
... weekend. I feel like I don't have a life anymore. Avonex also makes me depressed so I have to take medicine...
... I've been on Avonex almost a year now and it has gotten easier. I still...
... Victoria...so sorry to hear of your problems with avonex . I have been on it since 12/02 and I still hate the ... helps me. I take it after the shot and I am fine. Avonex has really worked for me. So far, no exhaserbations...
... has ms and has switched from rebarf(she calls it) to avonex and due to the fact she is ill she is thinking of...
... I've been on Avonex for a year and some weeks are worse than others. ...
... fortunate in that I have not gotten sick at all on Avonex . I am on my fourth month.
I do take Alleve 30 ... looks like I will be on it for as long as I am on Avonex , sigh.
So Cal Holly...
- Copaxone again. 4th March 2007
... Truly, I'm thinking of getting my doctor to put me on Avonex again. I HATED having the flu almost every week,...
- arm extra weak & shaking after exertion? 4th March 2007
... hand so shaky I had to eat with my left hand. The Avonex I take has helped stop most of the shaking. Hope yours...
- Tysabri reactions? 4th March 2007
... Tysabri - I had breakthrough disease activity when on Avonex , and then Copaxone, and I was steadily getting worse ... PML: 2 pts. when using Tysabri in combination with Avonex (another immunomodulator), and 1 Crohn's pt that...
... question was directed to me, but yes - I was on both Avonex and Copaxone in 2004, and I was failing both therapies ... breakthrough disease activity), so I my neuro took me off Avonex first, switched me to Copaxone, took me off that,...
... we were outside 24 hours a day for months! i was on Avonex first for a yr, had a relapse and the side effects...
... am thinking I cant continue this med, I can't take Avonex either. there is nothing else for me.
I am afraid...
... cause they never tried that on me, and he said since Avonex and Betaseron both failed, he wasn't even going to...
... would really appreciate it. I have already been on Avonex , Betaseran and Rebif with breakthru flare ups on all...
- Sword of Damocles. 1st March 2007
... start the injections.
I am into my third month now ( Avonex ) and I am having fewer attacks, less sensitivity to ... get any of those bad flu symptoms some people get on Avonex .
I encourage you to get the LP next time around...
- Eyes went whacking during VER 28th February 2007
... is wrong with you.
Bunni in SC
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Avonex - Side Effects question 26th February 2007
... I have been on Avonex for many years.I have the flu like side effects each ... and after for about 24 hours each week.
Before my Avonex I had 4 severe ms exacerbations a year.With the Avonex...
... I am sorry you have not had good results with the Avonex ... I have been very lucky with it myself. No side...
... Something to think about for you. Nice thing about the Avonex is it is only a once a week shot, the only one I think ... have a technician at the clinic do it. I've been on Avonex for right at a year now and no episodes since those...
... Hi,
I've been on Avonex for 20 weeks now. The side effects are like yours...
- Neurologist 24th February 2007
... question, my medical insurance excludes payment for Avonex is this drug largely used in MS and is it an essential...
... your particular doctor's opinion. My neuro has me on Avonex and didn't even discuss any of the other options. ... Avonex only requires one shot a week whereas the others require...
- Need Answers 22nd February 2007
... you are feeling better soon.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
- Avonex and new 1" needle size, and also feeling question? 20th February 2007
... in the hip. I tried the thigh when I first started Avonex but I hit a vein and it freaked me out. I tried the ... hip for me I guess.
How long have you been on the Avonex ?? I've been on it for 9 years now....
... QUOTE: How long have you been on the Avonex ?? I've been on it for 9 years now.
Sorry, this ... Copaxone. i've heard that the flu like symptoms with Avonex go away after awhile; is this true? I worry about...
... The new 1 inch needle you talk about with avonex .How do you get it?Is it offered with purchase of your ... monthly Avonex?
I get my Avonex with medicare and the rules require me to get injection ... Physician place and not home injection>
I have been on Avonex probably 7 years.It has made a huge difference in ... I used to have 4 severe exacerbations a year until Avonex cut it to 1 a year.
I have the side efefcts of...
... [SIZE="4"][/SIZE]After 9 years on Avonex I still get flu like symptoms well occasionally. I...
... years, you must be like me.I get good results from Avonex ,so I can tolerate the side effects.
I used to have ... went in hospital for iv drips.
After 12 months on Avonex I only had 2 ms exacerbations that year instead of ... out about smaller needle if it is approved to get Avonex in muscle.
At present my Doctor orders my avonex ... and the needle comes with the syringe of avonex .I am on medicare and they require you get it at a...
... coretta;2812629]QUOTE: How long have you been on the Avonex ?? I've been on it for 9 years now.
Sorry, this ... Copaxone. i've heard that the flu like symptoms with Avonex go away after awhile; is this true? I worry about ... when I get 'upgraded'.
I was on Avonex for over a year. I had my best results with the stuff ... the heat packs before.... I might just go back to Avonex -- the unmixed kind!
QUESTION: Why is Avonex an...
... I have been on Avonex for over four years. At the very beginning, I would ... original lesions in my brain as I had when diagnosed. Avonex has been wonderful and I really credit it with my...
... I get my injections of Avonex at the doctors office under medicare advantage plan ... will get better with time.
Bunni
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex , Klonopin, Flexeril...
... When I was on Avonex , I took 500 mg Naproxen (there was a brand name, but...
... [QUOTE=Lisa_P;2818830]When I was on Avonex , I took 500 mg Naproxen (there was a brand name, but...
... report that I have not gotten any flu like symptoms on Avonex (I am into my third month now)
My only real side...
... started using the 1" needle that u can now use with avonex ?
i always rotate thighs (center injection), my husband ... asperate on the needle to be sure u'r not in a vein?? avonex says you dont have too!
anyone?
thank you...
... hurts. i also take shot in my legs. i really hate avonex . i still get sick....flu like and been on it for 16...
- anyone ever skip a shot? 19th February 2007
... that you posted this 'cause 3 weeks ago I skipped my Avonex shot. Before I did it, I googled "I missed my Avonex...
... I have noticed the day before my AVONEX shot I'm more fatiqued taking lots of naps
And the ... I have a hard time falling to sleep
I didnt think AVONEX had an "energy side to it" but I some times refer...
... I skipped taking my Avonex shots for a month once. Went on vacation and no access...
- Provigil 15th February 2007
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Bunni 53 yrs in SC
dx 12/06 MS
Avonex
Klonopin
Flexeril...
- spinal tap 13th February 2007
... husband and Neuro; they wanted me on MS drugs (I take Avonex ) ASAP. The LP and blood test I took showed I do indeed...
... husband and Neuro; they wanted me on MS drugs (I take Avonex ) ASAP. The LP and blood test I took showed I do indeed...
... for about five minutes.
I'm a big believer in my Avonex ... it may give me depression but, wow, it's calmed...
- A few questions... 12th February 2007
... 36 hours, but it's all mostly over.
I am now on Avonex and have noticed some improvements; they will continue...
