Inflation directly affects the prices of prescription drugs in the U.S., but the Inflation Reduction Act can help combat the soaring prices and make them accessible to patients. According to a 2022 survey , one in three adults says they haven’t taken prescription medications due to the...
Read More... Oct 04, 2022Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition affecting the brain and spinal cord, damaging the myelin, or protective covering, of the nerves. This interferes with communication between the brain and spinal cord and other parts of the body and can lead to irreparable nerve deterioration.
Symptoms of MS vary depending on the location of the affected nerve fibers, but they may include: lack of coordination, unsteady gait, fatigue, dizziness, pain or tingling sensations, weakness or numbness of limbs, some loss of vision or pain during eye movement.
Treatment of MS focuses on managing the symptoms and preventing further progression of the condition. Doctors may also suggest medication to alleviate symptoms such as pain, depression or fatigue. Physical therapy to increase mobility, reduce pain and alleviate other symptoms of MS may also be recommended.
A variety of medications are used to treat multiple sclerosis. Commonly prescribed MS drugs include sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor modulators and interferon betas.
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Read More... Jul 11, 2018The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Gilenya (fingolimod) as a treatment for children and adolescents with multiple sclerosis (MS). The Novartis medication is the first drug approved by the FDA for treatment of pediatric patients with MS. Gilenya first gained FDA...
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Read More... Jan 08, 2018A new drug to treat adult patients suffering from primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) has been approved by the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA). Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) was developed by Genentech - a member of the Roche Group - and will be available to patients across the United...
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