Description

Tysabri is a medication used to treat multiple sclerosis and Crohn's disease. It works by inhibiting the movement of immune cells into the brain and spinal cord, thereby reducing inflammation and damage to nerve cells.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that Tysabri may be referred to by its generic name, natalizumab, in some contexts. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Stick to the term 'Tysabri' in clinical discussions to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor prescribed Tysabri to help manage the patient's multiple sclerosis symptoms.

ES: El médico recetó Tysabri para ayudar a controlar los síntomas de la esclerosis múltiple del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Tysabri with other medications for multiple sclerosis; mispronouncing 'Tysabri' as if it were a common Spanish word; using informal terms instead of the proper medication name.