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Avonex TM
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Active ingredients: interferon beta-1a
Pack: Avonex 6 million units (30 microgram)/0.5 mL injection, 4 x 0.5 mL syringes
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AVONEX interferon beta-1a (rch) 30microgram/0.5mL injection pre-filled syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
AVONEX is indicated for the treatment of patients with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). AVONEX is indicated in patients who have experienced a single demyelinating event and are at risk of developing clinically definite MS based on the presence of brain MRI abnormalities characteristic of MS. AVONEX 60 mcg is indicated for the treatment of secondary progressive MS in patients in whom relapse is still a feature of disease. AVONEX 60 mcg should not be initiated in patients with secondary progressive MS who have not experienced relapse in the previous 12 months.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intramuscular
- Clear colourless solution in a type I glass syringe barrel with ceramic coated tip, grey elastomeric stopper and grey ribbed plastic cap, a blue 23G 1 1/4 needle and a plunger rod, sealed in a blister tray.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 4 x 0.5mL syringes pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient interferon beta-1a
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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