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Managing Symptoms of MS with Diet, Exercise, Drugs, and Alternative Therapies Topic Guide

Managing MS Managing MS : It is especially important for people suffering from multiple sclerosis (MS) to avoid complications caused by other illnesses. Patients should take care to manage fitness, diet, sleep, and emotional stress to keep their immune system strong and increase quality of life.
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Managing MS Topic Guide - Medications and Vitamins

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fingolimod Fingolimod

Fingolimod is used to treat relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults and children who are at least 10 years old. This medication will not cure MS, it wil...learn more »

natalizumab Natalizumab

Natalizumab is a monoclonal antibody that affects the actions of the body's immune system. Monoclonal antibodies are made to target and destroy only certain...learn more »

interferon beta-1a Interferon Beta-1a

Interferon beta-1a is made from human proteins. Interferons help the body fight viral infections...learn more »

dantrolene (oral) Dantrolene (oral)

Dantrolene is a muscle relaxer...learn more »