Treatment Effectiveness for Resolution of Multiple Sclerosis Relapse in a US Health Plan Population
ConclusionsAs demonstrated in other studies, OCS were generally effective. However, real-world effectiveness varied with other treatments. Relapse resolution of the first treatment with OCS was higher than with IVMP ± OCS; similarly, relapse resolution was higher with RCI as the first treatment than with PMP/IVIG. Results demonstrate RCI’s effectiveness in appropriate patients. Limitations pertaining to claims-based research apply.FundingMallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals (Bedminster, NJ).
Source: Neurology and Therapy - Category: Neurology Source Type: research
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