Glatiramer Acetate (Copaxone, copolymer-1)

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Glatiramer Acetate (Systemic)

Brand Names : Copaxone, copolymer-1

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Description

Glatiramer acetate (gla-TIR-a-mer ASS-a-tate) is used in the treatment of the relapsing-remitting form of multiple sclerosis (MS). This medicine will not cure MS, but may extend the time between relapses.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form(s):

Parenteral

Injection (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

Copaxone

Another commonly used name is copolymer-1 .

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Glatiramer Acetate (Systemic)

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