MS drugs and treatments

Whatever kind of MS you have, there are treatment options that you can discuss with your MS team. Treatments include medication and other therapies.

How is MS treated?

Treatment for MS may include medication, therapies, such as physiotherapy, and self-management techniques. Some people explore the use of complementary or alternative medicines (CAMs). Please consult with your neurologist, MS nurse or GP about the best treatments for you.

Disease modifying drugs (DMDs)

DMDs are a group of treatments for people with relapsing MS which reduce the number and severity of any relapses you might experience.

MS Decisions

Want to find out about the disease modifying drugs (DMDs) available to treat multiple sclerosis (MS)? MS Decisions is a guide to the DMDs approved for treating relapsing remitting MS in the UK.

Drugs in development

How MS drugs are developed and tested in clinical trials to be sure they are safe and effective.

Find treatments for MS symptoms

The symptoms of multiple sclerosis can be managed by medication, input from therapists or rehabilitation specialists and/or the development of self-management strategies.

Treating MS without drugs

MS can be treated without drugs. With non-drug therapies you can work with professional therapists to support and improve your MS symptoms.

Helping you find the information you need

If you have questions about any aspect of MS, contact our MS helpline.

Freephone 0800 032 38 39

Email ask@mstrust.org.uk

We're here Monday to Friday on the phone, email, via direct message or post. Note that call charges apply if you ring from abroad.

Disease modifying drugs

If you are considering treatment with one of the disease modifying drugs (DMDs) for MS, our book will help you to understand how the drugs work, and to have informed discussions with your health team about your treatment options.

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