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MS Fact
An estimated 400,000 people in the United States are thought to have MS.
Our support network
MS LifeLines® is here to support you every step of the way
Whether you are newly diagnosed with relapsing multiple sclerosis or have been living with it for some time, it helps to have a strong support system to turn to when you need it. That's why the people of MS LifeLines are committed to being there for you.
MS LifeLines support services include:
- Nurse Support: The MS LifeLines network of nurses receives extensive training and is required to be MS-certified. They are available to answer questions you may have about relapsing MS and Rebif® (interferon beta-1a). No question is ever too big or too small. And if you are just starting Rebif, a nurse from the MS LifeLines network can show you the proper injection technique and share tips for managing certain side effects in the comfort of your home.
- Affordable Access: MS LifeLines Reimbursement Specialists are dedicated to ensuring that cost is not a barrier to starting or staying on Rebif. There are a number of programs available; if you need assistance affording Rebif, MS LifeLines may be able to help.
- Peer Support: MS LifeLines Ambassadors are people living with relapsing MS and taking Rebif who want to share their experiences, and can offer hope and encouragement to you and your family.
- Telephone support: MS LifeLines provides 24/7 telephone support. Call 1-877-447-3243 to speak to a live representative at any time, day or night.
The people of MS LifeLines are committed to being there for you.
Indication
- 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.
- Rebif is not approved for treatment of chronic progressive MS.
- Rebif is available in 22 mcg and 44 mcg prefilled, preassembled syringes and a titration pack by prescription only.
Important Safety Information
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, or blood cell count or bleeding problems, or if you have had previous allergic reactions to medications.
- 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.
- 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 and risk of suicide
- Liver problems
- Risk to pregnancy
- Injection-site problems
- Severe allergic reactions. Allergic reactions are rare and may be associated with difficulty in breathing and loss of consciousness, which require 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
- Blood cell count decreases
Let your doctor know if you have any of these symptoms or feel sad, tired, hot or cold, or 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 doctor. For additional information about Rebif, please consult the Prescribing Information and Medication Guide 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. Speakers and MS LifeLines Ambassadors who participate in Talk MS or in live events 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.
Brought to you by EMD Serono, Inc. and Pfizer Inc, the co-marketers of Rebif® (interferon beta-1a) in the US.
This information is intended only for residents of the United States.
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