MS

When should copazone be used?

Long term therapy

What are the benefits fo copazone?

Tolerated well, no flu like symptoms, no myelosupression, no liver toxicity, no interactions with other MS drugs

A patient is scheduled for a dose of interferon beta [Betaseron]. Which nursing action would be most effective to decrease pain at the injection site? A. Use a topical hydrocortisone cream. B. Apply ice packs for 2 to 3 minutes. C. Administer oral diphenhydramine [Benadryl]. D. Perform passive range-of-motion exercises.

B

Patient with MS is prescribed interferon beta [Betaseron]. What is a priority for teaching at this time? A. Provide information about myelosuppression. B. Teach symptoms of hepatotoxicity. C. Educate about self-injection technique. D. Forewarn about blue tint to urine and skin.

C. since it's a subQ injection

What are the adverse effects of interferon beta?

Flu-like reactions, hepatotoxicity, injection site reactions, depression, suicidal thoughts, neutralizing antibodies

Copazone is what kind of drug?

Immunomodulator

What does copazone do/ work in the body?

Inhibits immune response protecting the myelin

How do you administer copazone?

Injectable

What are the adverse effects of copazone?

Injection site reaction

What is the most common immunomodulator?

Interferon beta, reduces the frequency and severity of attacts

What does interferon beta do?

Reduce the sized and lesions detectable with MRI, delaying the progression of disability?