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Depression, suicidal ideation, and suicide attempts have been reported to occur with increased frequency in patients receiving interferon compounds to treat multiple sclerosis, inc. Avonex

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Avonex ®  Unknowns

(interferon beta-1a)

 

Drug Interactions

 
Interactions between Avonex ® and other drugs have not been fully evaluated.

In studies of Avonex ®, some patients with multiple sclerosis also received corticosteroids for treatment of exacerbations.

In addition, some patients were also receiving treatment with antidepressants and/or contraceptives. No unexpected adverse events occurred.

 
 
Reviewed July 2004

 

 
 

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