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What does copaxone (glatiramer) do for multiple sclerosis?
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Some control: Decrease relapses about 29%, forestalls disability, and may prevent MRI lesions. Works by controlling inflammatory lymphocyte attack on brain and spinal cord. Is a modestly potent medication, and works more effectively in the newer 40 mg TIW formulation.
Answered 11/30/2014
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