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Multiple Sclerosis - MS LifeLines

An educational and supportive community for people living with multiple sclerosis.

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"I learned to see life in a different way."

Dave, MS LifeLines Ambassador

Living with RRMS since 1998

Taking Rebif® since 2003

Who's Your LifeLine?

New from MS LifeLines®!

Do you know someone living with MS or an MS caregiver whose positive attitude, determination and achievements inspire you? Do you think this person could inspire and motivate others? If so, MS LifeLines® wants to hear from you!

The Who's Your LifeLine? recognition program honors individuals affected by MS who focus on maintaining a positive outlook and do not allow MS to stand in the way of attaining their goals and dreams. We encourage you to tell us about a person living with MS, or a caregiver (who may include family or friends that provide care and/or support to someone living with MS) to someone living with MS, who you consider to be your own LifeLine. Read below for submission instructions.

Some of the qualities you may find in a LifeLine include:

  • Maintains a positive outlook and attitude towards MS
  • Acts as a role model to others who are affected by MS
  • Works to overcome some of the challenges of MS
  • Strives to achieve his or her personal goals and dreams, or helps the person with MS whom they care for to do so

Nominating Your LifeLine

Share a short essay (between 250-750 words) that answers the question: "Who is Your LifeLine and Why?"

  1. View the submission criteria
  2. Ready to submit your nomination? Go to the submission form

If your nominee is recognized for the LifeLine spotlight, he or she will be recognized on mslifelines.com, so that the MS community can benefit from your LifeLine's unique story.

Brought to you by EMD Serono, Inc. and Pfizer Inc, the co-marketers of Rebif® (interferon beta-1a) in the US EMD SeronoPfizer

Prescribing Information - Medication Guide

This information is intended only for residents of the United States.

Rebif is used to treat relapsing forms of MS to decrease the frequency of relapses and delay the occurrence of some of the physical disability that is common in people with MS. Efficacy has been established in controlled studies up to 2 years in duration. Rebif is not approved for the treatment of chronic progressive multiple sclerosis. Rebif is available by prescription only in 22 mcg and 44 mcg pre-filled syringes and a titration pack.

Before beginning treatment, patients should discuss with their doctor the potential benefits and risks associated with Rebif. Let your doctor know if you have a history of depression, seizures, liver disease, thyroid problems, and blood count or bleeding problems or if you have had previous allergic reactions to medications. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements. Rebif and other medicines may affect each other causing serious side effects. Talk to your doctor before you take any new medicines. Rebif is not recommended for women who are or plan to become pregnant.

Potential serious side effects of Rebif include depression, liver problems, risk to pregnancy, injection site problems and severe allergic reactions. Allergic reactions are rare and may be associated with difficulty breathing and loss of consciousness, which requires immediate medical attention.

The most common side effects with Rebif are injection site reactions, flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, muscle aches, tiredness), depression, abdominal pain, increased liver enzymes, and blood cell count decreases. Let your doctor know immediately if you have any of these symptoms or feel sad, tired, hot or cold, experience hives, rashes, bruising, yellowing of the skin, or a change in body weight (gain or loss).

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

This information is not intended to replace discussions with your healthcare provider. For additional information about Rebif, please consult the Medication Guide or Prescribing Information and talk to your doctor. You can also call toll free 1-877-44-REBIF (1-877-447-3243). Rebif is available by prescription only.

MS LifeLines is an educational support service for people living with MS and their families. MS LifeLines and MS LifeLines Ambassadors are sponsored by EMD Serono, Inc. and Pfizer Inc.

Rebif, Rebiject II and MS LifeLines are registered trademarks and the Rebif logo is a trademark of EMD Serono, Inc. or its affiliates.

MS in Balance Your Life in Full is a service mark of EMD Serono, Inc. or its affiliates.

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