Cladribine Tablets in Highly-active Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis - Real-World Effectiveness in UK Clinical Practice (CAMELOT-MS)
Conditions: Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
Sponsor: Merck Healthcare KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, an affiliate of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

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