Medications used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis

Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 1999 May;10(2):437-46, ix.

Abstract

Recently, there have been numerous advances in the treatment of multiple sclerosis. This article focuses on reviewing the various forms of MS, managing its various symptoms, and possibly altering the course of the disease in an overall attempt to improve the quality of life of the patient.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone / therapeutic use*
  • Drug Therapy, Combination
  • Female
  • Glucocorticoids / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Immunosuppressive Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Interferons / therapeutic use*
  • Male
  • Methotrexate / therapeutic use*
  • Multiple Sclerosis / drug therapy*
  • Multiple Sclerosis / rehabilitation
  • Prognosis
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Glucocorticoids
  • Immunosuppressive Agents
  • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
  • Interferons
  • Methotrexate