Aubagio vs. Tysabri for Multiple Sclerosis: Important Differences and Potential Risks.

Teriflunomide

(Aubagio)

Tysabri

(natalizumab)

Summary for Aubagio

Prescription only

Teriflunomide (Aubagio) helps treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults. It's a type of disease-modifying therapy (DMT) that helps slow down MS and lower the number of relapses. The typical dose is 1 tablet by mouth once a day. Side effects includes headache, diarrhea, and hair loss. Teriflunomide (Aubagio) comes as a brand-name and generic medication.

Indications for Aubagio

Relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS)

Pros and Cons for Aubagio

Pros

Helps prevent MS relapse and slow MS from getting worse
A tablet that's taken by mouth once per day
Can take with or without food

Cons

Higher risk of infection
Has a risk of severe liver damage
Might need to follow special instructions to help get rid of it from your body faster in certain situations
Can't take during pregnancy

Common Side Effects for Aubagio

Headache (up to 18%)
Higher liver enzyme levels (up to 15%)
Diarrhea (up to 14%)
Hair loss (up to 13%)
Nausea (up to 11%)

Warnings for Aubagio

Liver problems
Harm to an unborn baby
Special instructions to remove teriflunomide (Aubagio) from the body quickly
Risk of serious infections
Serious skin reactions
Severe allergic reactions
Nerve problems
Lung problems

Summary for Tysabri

Prescription only

Tysabri (natalizumab) is an injectable medication used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults. It can also treat moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease (CD) in adults. It works as an integrin antagonist to help lower inflammation in the body. Tysabri (natalizumab) is given by a healthcare professional as an infusion into a vein once a month. Common side effects include headache and fatigue. Because it has a risk of serious infections, you must enroll in the Tysabri TOUCH Program before starting treatment.

Indications for Tysabri

Relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS)
Moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease (CD) when other treatments haven't worked well

Pros and Cons for Tysabri

Pros

Infusions are once every month
Can help reduce relapses in MS
An option for Crohn's disease when other treatments haven't worked well

Cons

Must be given by a healthcare professional in a healthcare setting
Raises your risk of serious infection
Only FDA approved for adults

Common Side Effects for Tysabri

Headache (38%)
Fatigue or feeling very tired (27%)
Urinary tract infection (21%)
Joint pain (19%)
Depression (19%)
Lower respiratory tract infection (17%)
Pain in arm or leg (16%)
Rash or other skin irritation (up to 12%)
Stomach discomfort (11%)
Diarrhea (10%)

Warnings for Tysabri

Risk of a brain infection leading to progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)
Risk of other infections
Liver problems
Allergic reaction or infusion reaction
Low platelet levels
Other lab changes

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Aubagio vs. Tysabri

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Teriflunomide

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Common Side Effects for Aubagio

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Indications for Tysabri

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Common Side Effects for Tysabri

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