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Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: So. Calif.
Posts: 11
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Junior Member
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: So. Calif.
Posts: 11
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Tysabri vs. Rebif
Hi Bethany,
I'm so sorry that you're having to go through all these problems.
I've had 10 Tysabri infusions so far, and I'll take its superior efficacy of 67% over the ABCRs any day, plus it ease-of-use as an infusion every 28 days instead of those dang shots and their side effects.
My might suggest that you discuss Tysabri fully with your neurologist, and read all accurate data you can about it.
In comparing the ABCRs with Tysabri in efficacy when it comes to the reduction of relapses, see: "The relapse reduction rates used were: TYSABRI was 67%, Avonex (Interferon beta-1a IM) 32%, Betaseron(R) (Interferon beta-1b) 34%, Copaxone(R) (glatiramer acetate) 29%, and Rebif(R) (Interferon beta-1a SC) 32%."
TYSABRIŽ Shows Reduction in Steroid Use/Hospitalizations & ABCR Comparison
http://http://www.elan.com/News/full.asp?ID=913012
You can also read more accurate Tysabri data by going to the all volunteer non-sponsored website: http://www.mspatientsforchoice.org/
Whatever you decide Bethany, I wish you nothing but the very best.
Lauren 
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