Medications for multiple sclerosis (MS) are used to manage MS symptoms, lessen the number of relapses, and slow the progression of MS. Common classes include corticosteroids, muscle relaxants, and immunomodulators. Corticosteroids like dexamethasone and methylprednisolone (Medrol) are available in oral and injectable forms, and they work to lessen inflammation. Muscle relaxants, such as baclofen, come in oral and injectable forms to help with muscle spasms related to MS. And immunomodulators, like glatiramer (Copaxone) and Ocrevus (ocrelizumab), are typically injectable and help calm down the activity of the immune system. These options provide different ways to help manage your MS symptoms effectively.
