Copaxone (Glatiramer)
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Description
Copaxone is an injectable medication used to treat adults with multiple sclerosis.
Copaxone comes in 20 mg/mL and 40 mg/mL single-dose, prefilled syringes.
Directions
Use Copaxone as directed by your doctor. If you have any questions or concerns, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Your doctor will determine an appropriate dose of Copaxone for you. Copaxone is injected into the fatty layer underneath the skin of your arms, abdomen, hips, or thighs.
Your healthcare provider will instruct you on how to properly inject Copaxone and how to properly discard the used syringes and needles. You should receive your first dose under medical supervision.
Never share your syringes and needles.
Copaxone syringes should be stored in the refrigerator between 36°F and 46°F (2°C to 8°C). You may store it at room temperature between 59°F and 86°F (15°C to 30°C) for up to one month. Protect from light. Do not freeze.
Ingredients
Glatiramer acetate is the active ingredient in Copaxone. Mannitol is the inactive ingredient included.
Contraindications
Patients should not use Copaxone if they are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Cautions
- Before you start using Copaxone injection, tell your doctor:
- About all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
- About your allergies
- About your current health conditions and past medical history
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Reactions can occur immediately after injection, including flushing, chest pain, palpitations, rapid heart rate, anxiety, shortness of breath, throat constriction, and/or hives. These reactions usually last for a short time and go away on their own. Contact your doctor right away if you experience any of these reactions.
- Chest pain can occur and usually only lasts for a short time. Contact your doctor right away if you experience chest pain.
- Damage to your skin, including damage to the fatty layer underneath your skin and death of your skin tissue, can occur with Copaxone injections. It’s important that Copaxone is properly injected and injection sites are rotated.
- Immunity may be altered with Copaxone use.
- Liver damage can occur with Copaxone use.
Side Effects
Injection site reactions, flushing, rash, shortness of breath, and chest pain are possible Copaxone side effects. However, these are not the only side effects that can occur. Call your doctor right away if you have side effects that bother you or won’t go away.
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Reference
Copaxone. Parsippany, NJ: Teva Neuroscience, Inc.; 2023.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 2021
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