Clinically Isolated Syndrome
Clinically isolated syndrome describes a first episode of multiple sclerosis symptoms that lasts days or weeks and then resolves. It may be a one-time event or the earliest sign of a recurring pattern.
Key points
- A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis usually requires at least two separate episodes of symptoms.
- The listed medicine contains teriflunomide, an ingredient that works by reducing the activity of certain immune cells.
Common questions about Clinically Isolated Syndrome
Is clinically isolated syndrome the same as multiple sclerosis?
No. Clinically isolated syndrome describes a single neurological event; multiple sclerosis is confirmed only after a second episode has occurred. Some people never have another one, while others go on to develop the longer-term condition.
Which medicine is listed for clinically isolated syndrome?
Aubagio is the medicine listed for this condition. Its active ingredient, Teriflunomide, belongs to a class of treatments that reduce the activity of certain immune cells involved in the condition.
