Interferon Beta-1B Medication Information

Get detailed information on Interferon Beta-1B, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Interferon Beta-1B provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Interferon Beta-1B

Pronunciation : IN-ter-FEER-on BAY-ta

Trade Names/Brand Names of Interferon Beta-1B

International :

Betaseron

Why is Interferon Beta-1B Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an interferon, prescribed for multiple sclerosis (MS).

When should Interferon Beta-1B not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Interferon Beta-1B?

SC- The recommended dose is 0.25 mg injected every other day.

How should Interferon Beta-1B be taken?

It comes as a powder for injection (diluted with fluid), to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.

What are the warnings and precautions for Interferon Beta-1B?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of anemia, low white blood cells, blood problems, diabetes, anxiety, depression, mental illness, seizures, trouble in falling sleep, prostate, skin, thyroid, blood, heart, or liver disease; any allergy, who are taking other medication, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.

• It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.

• Monitor complete blood cell counts, liver function, and thyroid function regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Interferon Beta-1B?

Most Common - Decrease in white blood cells, injection site reaction, weakness, flu-like symptom complex, headache, and pain.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells, lymph node disease.
Central Nervous System - Headache, sleeplessness, incoordination.
Vascular Disorders - High blood pressure.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain.
Liver - Increase in liver enzymes.
Skin - Rash.
Musculoskeletal - Increased muscle tome, muscle pain.
Genitourinary - Urinary urgency, irregular periods, impotence.
General - Injection site reaction, weakness, flu-like symptoms, pain, fever, chills, swelling in the extremities, chest pain, uneasiness, injection site necrosis.