Oral Therapies
For those people who can’t tolerate injections, then oral therapies can be a good alternative. Also, this treatment can be used when your multiple sclerosis keeps progressing after the injection. Some common drugs for this method include:
Gilenya
This is a pill which can be taken once per day. This drug primarily works by keeping a few immune cells from producing the lymph nodes and minimizing lesions. There are a few side effects after using Gilenya, such as back pain, diarrhea, flu, or headaches.
Tecfidera
You should take this pill twice per day. It can activate a pathway in your body which is often turned on due to stressed cells. This means it provides protection for cells to relieve some multiple sclerosis symptoms. Some side effects of this drug include stomach pain, diarrhea, or nausea.
Aubagio
This drug should be is taken once per day. It helps suppress your immune system and prevent the progression of the disease. [2]
