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Depression, suicidal ideation, and suicide attempts have been reported to occur with increased frequency in patients receiving interferon compounds to treat multiple sclerosis, inc. Avonex

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Avonex ®  Side Effects

(interferon beta-1a)

 

Depression and Suicide

 
Avonex ® should be used with caution in patients with depression or other mood disorders, conditions that are common with multiple sclerosis.

Depression and suicide have been reported to occur with increased frequency in patients receiving interferon compounds, including Avonex ®.

Patients treated with Avonex ® should be advised to report immediately any symptoms of depression and/or suicidal ideation to their prescribing physicians.

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Reviewed July 2004

 

 
 

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