Avonex

Active Ingredient(s): Interferon Beta-1a
FDA Approved: * May 17, 1996
Pharm Company: * BIOGEN
Category: Multiple Sclerosis

Interferon beta-1a (also interferon beta 1-alpha) is a cytokine in the interferon family used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS).[5] It is produced by mammalian cells, while interferon beta-1b is produced in modified E. coli.[6] Some research indicates that interferon injections may result in an 18–38% reduction in the rate of MS relapses.[7] Interferon beta has not been shown to slow the advance of disability.[8][9... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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Dosage List

Avonex Kit
NDC: 59627-001
Labeler:
Biogen Idec Ma Inc.
Avonex 30 ug/1 Intramuscular Injection, Solution
NDC: 59627-002
Labeler:
Biogen Idec Ma Inc.
Avonex 30 ug/.5ml Intramuscular Injection, Solution
NDC: 59627-003
Labeler:
Biogen Idec Ma Inc.
Avonex Intramuscular Kit
NDC: 59627-111
Labeler:
Biogen Idec Inc.
Avonex Intramuscular Kit
NDC: 59627-222
Labeler:
Biogen Idec Inc.
Avonex Intramuscular Kit
NDC: 59627-333
Labeler:
Biogen Idec Inc.

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