MSNik

Hi there and welcome to healthboards. I think you are going to have to expand and elaborate on your post alittle bit.

THere is no such thing as Optical Sclerosis. There is optical neuritis, which can be a part of multiple sclerosis. Optical neuritis is inflammation of the optic nerve. It can be part of MS or it can be a stand alone disease, but Avonex wont cure it.

The only cure for any type of eye issue which includees inflamation is Intervenous (IV) steroids..they are given usually at either 500 or 1000 mgs a day for 3-5 days. That reduces the inflammation.

Avonex is a disease modifying drug which is used to prevent the progression of Multiple Sclerosis. Its not guaranteed, in fact, its only about 30% of people who inject Avonex who actually do stop progression. There are several other drugs also available, some with higher and better outcomes statistically.

As for a neutral reaction....what exactly are you looking for in this question. Neutral reaction usually means that an acid and base react with a salt, forming water. I dont believe that is what you are asking. Im very unclear as to what you mean by this question. Could you please try to ask it again?

Avonex is an interferon, which is a chemical found in the brain naturally, its only approved use is to slow the progression of MS. Its given by injecting the solution into a muscle in the body, once a week. And it takes up to 6 months to start working. The side effects of Avonex are fairly rough. Because it is only injected weekly, they tend never to go away....Rebif is another injectable Interferon, which tends to help side effects stop sooner because it is given 3 times a week. im not sure if you needed this information or not..

Sorry I cant help you more specifically....but feel free to come back and ask your questions with alittle more details, maybe we can supply you with all the info you are seeking.
Nikki

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