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beta-interferon

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be·ta-in·ter·feron  (bt-ntr-fîrn, b-)
n.
A family of glycoproteins that are produced by fibroblasts, have antiviral properties, and are used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.
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Noun1.beta-interferon - a form of interferon that is produced by fibroblasts and have antiviral effects; used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis
interferon - an antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virus
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Byline: David Lydiate THE only time I hear of multiple sclerosis being discussed is when the cost of the drug beta-interferon is spoken about and the controversail use of cannabis for pain relief.
Reader's letter: Danger zone by Liverpool Echo (Liverpool, England)
She has asked Rugby MP Andy King to take up the cause in Parliament and investigate why beta-interferon is not available in Britain while it is in Europe and the USA.
Drugs battle for MS victims; VENICE'S NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE FIGHT ... by Coventry Evening Telegraph (England)
Beta-interferon is one of a number of drugs which do not cure MS but which, in some patients, bring some relief from the symptoms and may to some extent delay the progress of the disease.
Dear Gerrie: HOPE ON MS DRUG RETHINK by The Mirror (London, England)
 
 
 
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