Question 1

What is FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE used for?

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FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE (brand name Fingolimod) is a Electrolyte / Mineral indicated for 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Fingolimod capsules are indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease.

Question 2

How does FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE work?

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FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action Fingolimod is metabolized by sphingosine kinase to the active metabolite, fingolimod-phosphate. Fingolimod-phosphate is a sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor modulator, and binds with high affinity to sphingosine 1-phosphate receptors 1, 3, 4, and 5. Fingolimod-phosphate blocks the capacity of lymphocytes to egress from lymph nodes, reducing the number of lymphocytes in peripheral blood. The mechanism by which fingolimod exerts therapeutic effects in multiple sclerosis is unknown, but may involve reduction of lymphocyte migration into the central nervous system..

Question 3

What are the most common side effects of FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE?

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Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Question 4

Is FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE the same as Fingolimod?

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Fingolimod is a brand name for FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

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