Rebif 44mcg Injection
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Product introduction
Rebif 44mcg Injection is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (a disease in which the immune system cells starts damaging the insulating covers of the brain and spinal cord cells leading to different types of physical, mental and psychiatric problems).
Rebif 44mcg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Some common side effects of using this medication are headache, sweating, fever, chills and flu-like symptoms. These are usually temporary and normally go away on their own in some time. However, you should inform your doctor immediately if they last longer or become severe.
Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of liver function, thyroid function, and blood cell count. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Rebif 44mcg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Some common side effects of using this medication are headache, sweating, fever, chills and flu-like symptoms. These are usually temporary and normally go away on their own in some time. However, you should inform your doctor immediately if they last longer or become severe.
Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of liver function, thyroid function, and blood cell count. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Rebif Injection
Benefits of Rebif Injection
In Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the brain and spinal cord in which a person’s own immune system attacks the protective sheath (called myelin) of the nerves. This leads to symptoms such as vision loss, pain, fatigue and improper coordination. Rebif 44mcg Injection helps to suppress the body’s immune system, thereby reducing the progression of the disease. It reduces the inflammation of the damaged nerves, prevents further damage and stabilises your immune system. This medicine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the best results.
Side effects of Rebif Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Rebif
- Headache
- Sweating
- Fever
- Chills
- Flu-like symptoms
How to use Rebif Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Rebif Injection works
Rebif 44mcg Injection is an immunomodulator. It lowers the chances of multiple sclerosis by reducing the inflammation and preventing nerve damage.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rebif 44mcg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rebif 44mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rebif 44mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Rebif 44mcg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Rebif 44mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rebif 44mcg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Rebif 44mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rebif 44mcg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Rebif Injection?
If you miss a dose of Rebif 44mcg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Rebif 44mcg Injection is given as an injection into the muscles, usually 3 times a week.
- Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course even if you feel better.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Rebif 44mcg Injection can cause dizziness.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver function, thyroid function, and blood cell counts while taking this medicine.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino Acids, Peptides, and Analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Interferons
Interaction with drugs
Taking Rebif with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may rarely lead to a brain infection called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy.
Do not consume Natalizumab with Interferon Beta-1A. If concurrent use is ess
Concurrent use may increase the risk of liver dysfunction and low blood cell counts.
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of liver dysfunction and low blood cell counts.
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Interferon Beta-1A may slow down the removal of Aminophylline from the body.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as nausea, palpitations or headaches and c
Interferon Beta-1A may slow down the removal of Aminophylline from the body.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as nausea, palpitations or headaches and c
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Rebif Injection for?
Multiple scle*
89%
Others
11%
*Multiple sclerosis (MS)
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Rebif 44mcg Injection?
Headache
33%
No Side Effec*
33%
Fever
17%
Flu-like symp*
17%
*No Side Effect, Flu-like symptoms
How do you take Rebif Injection?
With or witho*
60%
With food
40%
*With or without food
Please rate Rebif 44mcg Injection on price
Expensive
80%
Not Expensive
13%
Average
7%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Interferon beta-1a. Maidenhead, Berkshire: Biogen Idec Ltd.; 1997 [revised Aug. 2018]. [Accessed 25 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Interferon Beta. [Updated 2020 Jan 20]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
- Interferon Beta-1A. 1996 [revised Feb. 2012]. [Accessed 25 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Merck Ltd
Address: L-2, J.R. Complex, Gate No. 4, Village Mandoli, Delhi-110 093, India
Country of origin: India
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