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- W2796167440 abstract "Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and disabling immune-mediated disease of the central nervous system. Beta-interferons are the first approved and still the most widely used first-line disease-modifying treatment in MS.Here we focus on recent developments in pharmacology and delivery systems of beta-interferons, and discuss their place within current state of the art therapeutic approaches. We briefly review the clinical trials for classical and PEGylated formulations, emphasizing effectiveness, safety concerns, and tolerability. The mechanisms of action of IFN-β in view of MS pathogenesis are also debatedThough only modestly efficient in reducing the annualized relapse rate, beta-interferons remain a valid first-line option due to their good long-term safety profile and cost-efficacy. Moreover, they are endogenous class II cytokines essential for mounting an effective antiviral response, and they may interact with putative MS triggering factors such as Epstein-Barr virus infection and human endogenous retroviruses. Recent improvements in formulations, delivery devices and drug regimens tackle the tolerability and adherence issues frequently seen with these drugs, and scientific advances may offer means for a better selection of patients. Although a well-established immunomodulatory treatment, beta-interferons have not said their last word in the management of MS." @default.
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- W2796167440 date "2018-04-20" @default.
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- W2796167440 title "Recent developments in interferon-based therapies for multiple sclerosis" @default.
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