Basic Information On Copaxone
Copaxone is a drug used to treat and prevent relapses of multiple sclerosis (MS). Note that the drug does not cure MS. Copaxone is a combination of 4 amino acids or proteins that affect the immune system. MS is generally confirmed clinically after two or more symptomatic episodes, but the use of the Copaxone drug is approved as early as after the first episode. This is because Copaxone is effective as a treatment for relapsing or remitting MS. Normally, brand or generic Copaxone is administered subcutaneously to the patient.
Precautions/Side Effects For Copaxone
Since Copaxone or Glatrimer acetate is injected subcutaneously by the patient themselves, make sure that proper sterile injecting devices are used. Solution with visible particles should be discarded. It is recommended to change the area of injection daily to avoid the risk of lipoatrophy. It is also advisable to inject the drug when it is at room temperature. No routine tests are required during the course of the treatment other than checking the injection site regularly. Please inform your doctor about any problems while injecting or observation of any side effects.
Side effects most commonly observed with Glatrimer acetate include pain, swelling, redness, itching or a lump at the site of injection. Some patients have also experienced short-period symptoms like shortness of breath and chest pain immediately after the injection. You should also be informed that brand or generic Copaxone can cause several skin allergies or skin rash. Be sure to inform your doctor immediately about any such anomalies.
Copaxone Dosage
The ideal dose of Copaxone is 20 mg daily. Copaxone is available in a single-use prefilled syringe. The syringe contains one milliliter solution of 20 mg of glatiramer acetate and 40 mg of mannitol. These injections are supplied in bulk and patients are advised to discard the injections after use. Any amount of solution left in the syringe after injection should be discarded safely. These syringes are stored under refrigeration (2°C-8°C) and it is essential to bring the drug down to room temperature prior to administration.
Buy Copaxone From North Drug Store
Copaxone is available at North Drug Store as single-use prefilled syringes containing 20 mg/ml of the drug. To buy Copaxone, simply use the services of our recognized mail order pharmacy and order the required quantity of syringes. All orders with a valid prescription is processed and shipped immediately to your door.
Pharmacist Notes: Stable at room temperature for 1 month.
