Below is a listing of treatments and therapies for MS. Click on one to read more information or connect with others currently using it.
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Acthar Gel is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat conditions including multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus. Acthar Gel is also… read more
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Adderall is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity. Adderall is sometimes prescribed off-label to treat fatigue… read more
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Ampyra is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to improve walking speed in adults with all types of multiple sclerosis (MS). It is the first drug that has been… read more
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Aricept is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer’s disease. Aricept is sometimes prescribed off-label to treat cognitive… read more
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Aubagio is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). It is also known by its drug name, Teriflunomide.… read more
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Avonex is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for adults who have had their first episode of multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms and whose magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)… read more
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Bafiertam is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting… read more
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Betaseron is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for adults who have had their first episode of multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms and whose magnetic resonance imaging… read more
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Briumvi is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting MS,… read more
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Concerta is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in people ages 6 to 65. Concerta is sometimes prescribed… read more
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Copaxone is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating adults who have had their first episode of multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms and whose magnetic resonance… read more
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Cymbalta is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat depression, anxiety, diabetic peripheral neuropathy, fibromyalgia, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. Cymbalta is… read more
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Dalfampridine is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to improve walking speed in adults with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS). It is the first drug approved for… read more
The Elvail brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more
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Exelon is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat mild to moderate dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Exelon is sometimes prescribed off-label to treat… read more
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Extavia is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for adults who have had their first episode of multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms and whose magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)… read more
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Fleqsuvy is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat spasticity (muscle stiffness and spasms) caused by multiple sclerosis (MS). It is particularly effective in relieving flexor spasms…
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Gilenya is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults. Gilenya is also known by its drug name, Fingolimod.… read more
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Glatiramer acetate, sold under the brand name Copaxone, is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating adults who have had one multiple sclerosis (MS) episode and… read more
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Glatopa is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat people with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. Glatopa is also referred to by its drug name, Glatiramer acetate.… read more
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Kesimpta is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults. Kesimpta is also referred to by its drug name, ofatumumab.… read more
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Lemtrada is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating people 17 and older with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Lemtrada is also known by its drug… read more
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Lioresal is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating spasticity in children and adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). Lioresal is not a cure for MS, but it can…
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Lioresal Intrathecal is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the management of severe spasticity caused by spinal cord injuries, including those from multiple sclerosis (MS), when oral…
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Naltrexone is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating opiate and alcohol addiction. At a significantly lower dose, naltrexone has also been prescribed… read more
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Lyrica is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat fibromyalgia, postherpetic neuralgia, partial onset seizures, and neuropathic pain associated with diabetic… read more
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Lyvispah is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating spasticity in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). It is particularly effective in relieving symptoms like flexor spasms, pain…
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Mavenclad is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) including relapsing-remitting MS and active… read more
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Mayzent is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting MS,… read more
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Natalizumab, sold under the brand name Tysabri, is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). Natalizumab is not a cure for… read more
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Neurontin is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat postherpetic neuralgia and some types of seizures. Neurontin is sometimes prescribed off-label to treat… read more
The Novantrone brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to… read more
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Nuedexta is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat pseudobulbar affect, or PBA (episodes of involuntary laughter or crying) in people with multiple sclerosis (MS)… read more
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Ocrevus is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat both relapsing and primary progressive forms of multiple sclerosis. Ocrevus is also referred to by its drug name,… read more
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Ocrevus Zunovo is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of multiple forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting MS, active…
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Ozobax DS is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat spasticity caused by multiple sclerosis (MS), especially to reduce flexor spasms, clonus (rhythmic muscle contractions), muscle…
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Plasma exchange, also known as plasmapheresis, is a short-term treatment for acute exacerbations in some people with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). In 2011, the American Academy of Neurology (AAN)… read more
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Plegridy is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2014 for people who have relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). The drug name of Plegridy is Peginterferon beta… read more
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Ponvory is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. Ponvory is also known by its drug name, ponesimod.
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Provigil is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of excessive sleepiness associated with narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work… read more
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Rebif is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for adults who have had their first episode of multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms and whose magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)… read more
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Ritalin LA is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children ages 6 to 12 years. It is sometimes prescribed off-label to…
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Rituxan is a prescription medication approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1997. Rituxan is approved for the treatment of some types of lymphoma, leukemia, and arthritis. Although it is not… read more
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Solu-Medrol is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reduce inflammation. Solu-Medrol is also known by its drug name, methylprednisolone. It is commonly prescribed…
The Symmetrel brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more
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Tascenso ODT is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including clinically isolated syndrome (CIS), relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), and…
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Tecfidera, also known by its drug name, Dimethyl fumarate, is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults. Some…
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Tyruko is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a monotherapy for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting…
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Tysabri is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Tysabri is also known by its drug name…
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Vumerity is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults, including clinically isolated syndrome,… read more
The current formulations of this medicine are Wellbutrin XL and Wellbutrin SR. If the FDA has approved generic versions of this product generic equivalents may be available.
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Wellbutrin is a prescription drug…
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Zanaflex is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating spasticity in adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). Zanaflex is not a cure for MS, but it can relieve the…
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Zeposia is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults, including clinically isolated syndrome,… read more
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Zoloft is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat major depressive disorder in adults. Zoloft is sometimes prescribed to treat depression associated with multiple… read more
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