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14 patient evaluations for Interferon beta-1a SubQ injection taken for the purpose of 'MS (Multiple Sclerosis)' with a perceived effectiveness rating of NoneNoneNoneNoneNone

Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Dec 26, 2006)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Jun 02, 2012 44 mg 3 times a week Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
May 31, 2010 44 mg 3 times a week Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major MildMildMildMildMild AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Jan 01, 2010 44 mg 3 times a week Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Oct 15, 2009 44 mg 3 times a week Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Side effects:
Chills/fever, Injection site redness, Generalized muscle aches, Injection site reaction, Fatigue
Date
Jun 02, 2012
Advice & Tips
I took REBIF for 4.5 years. I found that a T, Th, and S regimen worked best, allowing a day yo regroup for the work week. I have found that my fatigue and depression increased on the medication. After more MRI changes, me neuro is now switching me to Tysabri.
Cost
$25-49 monthly
Date
Oct 15, 2009
Advice & Tips
My initial use of Rebif was a T-TH-S regimen. I found that I had extreme fatigue each Monday morning while adhering to that schedule. I switched to M-W-F shots, early in the evening, and found that using the week-end to "recover" from the injections allowed me to feel much better on Monday mornings. I added Amantadine (200 mg) daily, and with the combination of the two, feel that the overall changes have helped significantly. Tylenol-Extra Strength in the evenings seems to help battle the side effects from the shots.
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Sep 15, 2011)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Mar 04, 2012 44 mcg/0.5 mL 3 times a week Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone SevereSevereSevereSevereSevere SometimesSometimesSometimesSometimesSometimes VeryVeryVeryVeryVery
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Aug 03, 2009)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Jul 20, 2010 44 mcg/0.5 mL 3 times a week Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways SomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhat
Date
Jul 20, 2010
Advice & Tips
At first,my husband did my Rebif injections for me using the Rebi-ject.(I was nervous)After a few weeks I decided that I was going to try doing it myself,but because of the numbness in my fingers,I was unable to use the Rebi-ject.So, I did the injections without it.(Alot easier for me) The reason I stopped using Rebif was because I had a few more lesions show up while on it.The only side-effect I had was injection site reactions.Bright red marks right after injections that would last for a week or two.Call me vain if you wish,but I live in Florida.Because of the site reaction,I quit wearing shorts and bathing suits.That put a damper on alot of the outdoor activities our family enjoys to do. My wonderful hubby,my neurologist (who is great btw) and I discussed this and we have decided that Tysabri is the treatment I should use. *********fingers,eyes,and toes crossed**********
Cost
< $25 monthly
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started May 19, 2009)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Mar 01, 2010 44 mcg/0.5 mL 3 times a week Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone NoneNoneNoneNoneNone AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Nov 07, 2008)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Feb 08, 2010 44 mcg Daily Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone MildMildMildMildMild AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways SomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhat
Date
Feb 08, 2010
Advice & Tips
fatigue and irritability can be caused and you don't even realize it!!! Make sure you are stable before starting it so others can see if these side effects happen to you. interfeurons are known for that. plus fatigue atributed to MS could be fron Rebif too!!!!!!!!
Cost
< $25 monthly
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Jun 25, 2007)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Sep 01, 2009   Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone SevereSevereSevereSevereSevere AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways SomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhat
Sep 01, 2007 44 mcg/0.5 mL 3 times a week Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone SevereSevereSevereSevereSevere AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways VeryVeryVeryVeryVery
Date
Sep 01, 2009
Advice & Tips
This drug almost killed me, and I hate anyone that espouses its alleged benefits.
Cost
$200+ monthly
Date
Sep 01, 2007
Advice & Tips
Don't ever put this horrid muck into your body. At $600 per month, you're better off getting a timeshare.
Cost
$200+ monthly
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Nov 03, 2008)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Dec 29, 2008 3 x 44 mcg/0.5 mL Weekly Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone SevereSevereSevereSevereSevere AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways VeryVeryVeryVeryVery
Side effects:
Generalized muscle aches
Date
Dec 29, 2008
Advice & Tips
The side effects
Cost
$25-49 monthly
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Mar 17, 2008)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Nov 14, 2008 44 mcg every other day Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone MildMildMildMildMild AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Side effects:
Injection site redness, Muscle aches
Date
Nov 14, 2008
Advice & Tips
Be sure that you are diagnosed correctly. Interferions are ineffective for those with Primary Progressive
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Oct 01, 2004)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Jul 01, 2008 1 every other day Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone MildMildMildMildMild AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways SomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhat
Side effects:
Injection site redness, Injection site pain
Date
Jul 01, 2008
Advice & Tips
Quite frankly Rebif is geared towards RRMS. Being SPMS, my neurologist suggested it, stating it showed some prospect in SPMS. I feel my gait and walking has slowly diminished. I am now on a 2 yr clinical trial, aimed at SPMS. At 59 yr. I'll give it a try, and if nothing else, testing for the future.
Cost
$25-49 monthly
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Purpose: MS (Multiple Sclerosis) (Started Jun 06, 2007)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Jun 06, 2008 3 times a week Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone SevereSevereSevereSevereSevere UsuallyUsuallyUsuallyUsuallyUsually A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
Side effects:
Flu like symptoms
Date
Jun 06, 2008
Advice & Tips
This one just made me sick with flu-like symptoms 3 times a week. Did nothing to slow progression.
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