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Does Copaxone expire?
Do not give Copaxone to children. There is no experience with its use in children under 12 years of age. Do not use it after the expiry date (EXP) printed on the pack. If you use it after the expiry date has passed, it may not work as well.
How long is Copaxone good for?
Copaxone is considered a long-term treatment for MS and it has been available for the treatment of MS for more than ten years. Copaxone significantly reduces the number of relapses in people with MS.
How long does Copaxone last in the fridge?
Store COPAXONE refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). If needed, the patient may store COPAXONE at room temperature, 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F), for up to one month, but refrigeration is preferred. Avoid exposure to higher temperatures or intense light. Do not freeze COPAXONE.
Can Copaxone make MS worse?
Copaxone (glatiramer acetate) is a combination of four amino acids (proteins) used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS) and to prevent relapse of MS. Copaxone will not cure MS, but it can make relapses occur less often….
| Nervous System Disorders | |
| Speech Disorder | |
| COPAXONE 20 mg/mL (n=563) % | 2 |
| Placebo (n=564) % | 1 |
Does Copaxone cause weight gain?
Some people taking Copaxone have had weight gain. In clinical studies, 3% of people who took the drug gained weight. In comparison, 1% of people who took a placebo (treatment with no active drug) gained weight. However, weight gain can also be related to multiple sclerosis (MS), which Copaxone is used to treat.
Does Copaxone suppress the immune system?
Copaxone can affect several parts of your body, including: Your immune system. Copaxone is an immunosuppressant drug. These are medicines that suppress or turn off your immune system.
How good is Copaxone?
Copaxone has an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 from a total of 116 ratings for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis. 69% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 14% reported a negative effect.
Can MS stay in remission forever?
A remission can last for weeks, months, or, in some cases, years. But remission doesn’t mean you no longer have MS. MS medications can help reduce the chances of developing new symptoms, but you still have MS. Symptoms will likely return at some point.