Betaferon Injection
Interferon beta-1b
0.3mg (9.6 MIU)
BAYER SCHERING PHARMA AG
| Pack size | 15 Vials (Dry) + 15 Vials (2ml Solvent) |
|---|---|
| Dispensing mode | POM |
| Source | GERMANY |
| Agent | PHARMAWORLD |
| Retail Price | 5664.50 AED |
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Indications
Betaferon Injection is used for:
Interferon beta-1b is a drug used for the treatment of relapsing/remitting multiple sclerosis. It has been shown to slow the advance of the disease as well as to decrease the frequency of attacks.
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Side effects of Interferon beta-1b :
Mechanism of Action
Interferon beta binds to type I interferon receptors (IFNAR1 and IFNAR2c) which activate two Jak (Janus kinase) tyrosine kinases (Jak1 and Tyk2). These transphosphorylate themselves and phosphorylate the receptors. The phosphorylated INFAR receptors then bind to Stat1 and Stat2 (signal transducers and activators of transcription)which dimerize and activate multiple (<100) immunomodulatory and antiviral proteins. Interferon beta binds more stably to type I interferon receptors than interferon alpha.
Note
Betaferon 0.3mg (9.6 MIU) Injection manufactured by BAYER SCHERING PHARMA AG. Its generic name is Interferon beta-1b. Betaferon is availble in United Arab Emirates.
Farmaco UAE drug index information on Betaferon Injection is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.