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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. Betaseron

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Betaseron ® Side Effects

(interferon beta-1b)

 

Anaphylaxis and Allergic Reactions

 
Anaphylaxis has been reported as a rare complication of Betaseron ® use.

Other allergic reactions attributed to the use of Betaseron ®  have included dyspnea (difficulty breathing), bronchospasm, tongue edema (swollen tongue), skin rash and urticaria (hives).

Some patients taking Betaseron have had severe allergic reactions leading to difficulty breathing and swallowing; these reactions can happen quickly.

Allergic reactions can happen after your first dose or may not happen until after you have taken Betaseron many times.

Less severe allergic reactions such as rash, itching, skin bumps or swelling of the mouth and tongue can also happen.

If you think you are having an allergic reaction, stop using Betaseron immediately and call your doctor.

 

Reviewed July 2004

 

 
 

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