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Multiple Sclerosis Medications
Many effective medications are available for the treatment of
multiple sclerosis (MS). These types of drugs may be prescribed
for three different categories of MS treatment:
disease-modifying immunotherapy,
exacerbation management, and
symptom management.
The first type of treatment is
disease-modifying immunotherapy, which uses one of several
approved drug therapies to show MS activity and progression. The
second area of treatment is
exacerbation management, which helps to control this sudden
flare-up of symptoms, often lasting for one to three months. The
third and equally important area of drug treatment for MS is
symptom management.
Most of these medications are available by prescription only,
but even with over-the-counter medications, anyone considering
making a change to his or her present regimen should consult a
physician. Some of these medications may cause side effects, and
these can be managed by the medical professional through
adjusting dosage, switching drugs, or adding other medications.
The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) does not
recommend or endorse any particular product, treatment, or
medication. All information given is to increase awareness and
should not be used to determine one's treatment plan.
Listing of Multiple Sclerosis Medications:
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