Plegridy and Vitrase injection

• Generic Name: peginterferon beta-1a
• Dosage Forms: subcutaneous injection
• Other Brand Names: Plegridy, Plegridy Pen, Plegridy Pen Starter Pack, Plegridy Starter Pack

Plegridy (peginterferon beta-1a) is made from human proteins. Interferons stimulate the body's immune responses to infection or disease.

Plegridy is used to treat relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults who are 18 to 65 years old.

Plegridy will not cure multiple sclerosis, it will only decrease the frequency of relapse symptoms.

• Generic Name: hyaluronidase
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Amphadase, Hylenex, Vitrase, Wydase, Hydase

Hyaluronidase is a genetically designed protein.

Hyaluronidase is used together with fluids injected into the body to treat dehydration. Hyaluronidase can also be used as an aid in helping your body absorb other injected medications.

Hyaluronidase is also used to help contrast dyes in your body show more clearly on certain types of x-rays or scans.

Hyaluronidase may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.