Episode 315: Understanding Generic and Biosimilar Drugs for MS with Dr. Jiwon Oh
RealTalk MS11 Syys 2023

Episode 315: Understanding Generic and Biosimilar Drugs for MS with Dr. Jiwon Oh

Just a couple of weeks ago, the FDA approved the first biosimilar medication for treating MS. As generics and now, biosimilars, become more available, it seems like the right time for us to get clear on the similarities and differences between generics, biosimilars, and the name-brand drugs that they mimic.

Dr. Jiwon Oh joins me to explain everything you need to know to be an informed medical consumer when it comes to generic and biosimilar disease-modifying therapies. Dr. Oh is a neurologist, scientist, and the Medical Director of the Barlo Multiple Sclerosis Program at St. Michael's Hospital in Ontario.

We'll also tell you about a simple blood test that can measure MS disease activity.

Izzy Abbas, the Co-Chairperson of the Paralyzed Veterans of America MS Committee will explain how the PVA supports veterans who are living with MS.

We're sharing the details of a large study that determined routine vaccinations don't cause MS relapses.

And if you're in New York and you're ready to laugh for a good cause, we have the details about the StandUp2MS comedy club benefit at Gotham Comedy Club. It's less than a week away!

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

This Week: Generic and biosimilar drugs for MS :22

A simple blood test that can assess MS disease activity 1:51

Izzy Abbas explains how the Paralyzed Veterans of America supports veterans living with MS 7:19

The StandUp2MS comedy club benefit is less than a week away! 17:28

Study results show that routine vaccinations don't cause MS relapses 18:37

Dr. Jiwon Oh explains the differences and similarities between generics, biosimilars, and the name-brand drugs that they mimic 21:19

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STUDY: Clinical Validation of a Multi-Protein, Serum-Based Assay for Disease Activity Assessments in Multiple Sclerosis
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1521661623004515

Paralyzed Veterans of America
https://pva.org

Standup2MS Comedy Club Benefit
https://standup2ms.org/comedy-club-benefit

STUDY: Vaccines and the Risk of Hospitalization for Multiple Sclerosis Flare-Ups
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/article-abstract/2809144

National MS Society: Detailed information on vaccinations for people living with MS
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/Living-Well-With-MS/Diet-Exercise-Healthy-Behaviors/Vaccinations#section-1

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