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Pyrimidine Synthesis Inhibitors

Pyrimidine synthesis inhibitors are used to treat multiple sclerosis. They work by inhibiting cells that cause sypmtoms.

Why are pyrimidine synthesis inhibitors prescribed?

  1. Multiple Sclerosis (100%)

Key takeaways

Pyrimidine synthesis inhibitors are most often used to treat multiple sclerosis. These medications work by blocking the production of pyrimidine, a building block of DNA and RNA, which is thought to help reduce the activity of overactive immune cells. Pyrimidine synthesis inhibitors are typically available in oral form. One example is teriflunomide (Aubagio).

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Aubagio (teriflunomide)

TERIFLUNOMIDE treats multiple sclerosis (MS). It works by slowing down an overactive immune system, which prevents or delays worsening symptoms. It also decreases the number of flare-ups.
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