Morphea secondary to interferon beta1b injection: a case and review of the literature

Interferon beta (IFN β) is a drug used successfully in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS). Although IFNβ is a safe and well-tolerated drug, dermatological side effects are common. The most common dermatological adverse effect is a local reaction at the injection site. It may also cause inflammatory and immune-me diated dermatological side effects. However, morphea induced by IFNβ1b injection is very rare
Source: Dermatology Online Journal - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research