Generic name |
Strength |
Form |
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interferon beta-1a |
30 mcg per 0.5 mL |
liquid for injection (Avonex®) |
interferon beta-1a |
22 mcg per 0.5 mL |
solution for injection (Rebif®) |
Special Authority criteria |
Approval period |
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Initial: As first-line monotherapy for the treatment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosed according to the current clinical criteria and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) evidence, when prescribed by a neurologist from a designated MS clinic, for patients who meet ALL of the following criteria:
|
15 months |
Renewal: As monotherapy, when prescribed by a neurologist from a designated MS clinic for the treatment of patients with relapsing-remitting MS, AND who have demonstrated that the therapeutic benefits outweigh any potential risks, as shown by relapse rate, EDSS, MRI scan, or overall clinical impression. |
24 months |
Change of therapy: As monotherapy, when prescribed by a neurologist from a designated MS clinic, for the treatment of patients with relapsing-remitting MS who have experienced failure or intolerance to a previous disease modifying therapy. |
15 months |