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Glatiramer

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Glatiramer is a nasal preparation which is a kind of ears, nose, throat agents.

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Brands

Copaxone

Side Effects

Common

Joint pains
Chest pain
Diarrhea
Irritation at injection site
Feeling anxious
Flushing
Nausea
Throat pain
Bruising
Loss of strength
Painful swollen joints
Heart palpitations
Swollen glands
Rash
Sore throat
Chest pain or discomfort

Serious

Visual changes
Hallucinations
Convulsion
Change in vision

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