5 Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Options

There are no specific therapies that can effectively cure patients with multiple sclerosis. However, there are a number of multiple sclerosis treatment options, particularly for the relapsing-remitting form of the disease. 1.Immunomodulation therapies which can control the inflammation of myelin sheaths and help restore the central nervous system. Learn more about these therapies here. 2.Supportive therapies to take care of the symptoms and exacerbations, to help the patient lead as normal a life as possible. Learn more about these therapies here. 3. Some common medications prescribed to MS patients for immunomodulation therapy include interferon beta-1a (administered intramuscularly) and interferon beta-1b (injected subcutaneously), natalizumab, and mitoxandron (administered intravenously). Learn more about these therapies here. 4. Emergency medications to treat exacerbations include intravenous immunoglobulins or plasmapheresis. Learn more about these therapies here. 5. Acute relapses can be treated with methylprednisolone, and aggressive forms of MS can be treated with cyclophosphamide, which can stabilize the condition. Learn more about these therapies here. Multiple Sclerosis News Today is strictly a news and information website about the disease. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.