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Switching From Extavia to Betasone

A MyMSTeam Member asked a question 💭
Fort Washington, MD

I've been on Extavia since I got diagnosed in 2014. Now my prescription plan will no longer cover Extavia. My options are Betasone, Rebif, Avonex, and Plegridy (if that;s the correct spelling). Extavia has been working for me and I'm upset that I have to change. Has only ever switched from Extavia to one of the medicines listed above? If so, I need your opinion. Please and Thank you!

October 4, 2019
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A MyMSTeam Member

When i tried rebif years ago it was terrible i had to go to the ER. So much chest pressure i thought i was having a heart attach

October 7, 2019
A MyMSTeam Member

If Extavia worked well for you Avonex or rebif would have to be the next best thing

October 7, 2019
A MyMSTeam Member

I've taken Avonex for 22 years and have remained pretty stable.

October 5, 2019

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