Glatiramer Acetate (Systemic)
Brand Names : Copaxone, copolymer-1
Category- Multiple sclerosis (MS) agent
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate (gla-TIR-a-mer ASS-a-tate) is used in the treatment of the
relapsing-remitting form of multiple sclerosis (MS). This medicine will not
cure MS, but may extend the time between relapses.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form(s):
Parenteral
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Injection (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S.—
Another commonly used name is copolymer-1
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