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Side effect(s) of Interferon Beta-1B


Review the side-effects of Interferon Beta-1B as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   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.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Interferon Beta-1B

Interferon Beta-1B(Betaseron) generic is an interferon, prescribed for multiple sclerosis (MS).


Trade Names for Interferon Beta-1B

International :


Betaseron
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