Information about Peginterferon Alfa 2 B

Generic Name : Peginterferon Alfa 2 B
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Peginterferon Alfa 2 B are provided here.

Pronunciation : peg- in- ter- feer'- on

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Peginterferon Alfa 2 B, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

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ICD Code : Y41.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antivirals

Trade Names/Brand Names of Peginterferon Alfa 2 B

India :

Viraferonpeg® [vial] | Viraferonpeg® [vial]

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International :

Viraferonpeg Vial

Why is Peginterferon Alfa 2 B Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an interferon, prescribed for hepatitis C in patients who have not received interferon alpha earlier. It may also be useful in hepatitis B infection.

When should Peginterferon Alfa 2 B not be taken? (Contraindications)

Autoimmune hepatitis; decompensated liver disease; hypersensitivity to the drug; in combination with ribavirin capsules, peginterferon alfa-2b is contraindicated in pregnancy.

What is the dosage of Peginterferon Alfa 2 B?

Dose based on patients condition and how body responds.

How should Peginterferon Alfa 2 B be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered subcutaneously (under the skin), at weekly intervals.

What are the warnings and precautions for Peginterferon Alfa 2 B?

•Do not stop using this medication without talking to your doctor.

It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or confusion, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Consult with your doctor about using birth control while you are taking this medication. You should not breast-feed while you are taking this medication.

Do not use another brand of this medication or change your dose without talking with your doctor.

Drinking extra fluids is must while you are taking this medication.

♦Caution needed for patients with liver impairment.

What are the side effects of Peginterferon Alfa 2 B?

Skin- Bruising, pain, redness, swelling, itching, irritation in place where this medication injected, itching.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation.
Central Nervous System-Headache, dizziness, confusion.
Miscellaneous- Heartburn, weight loss, hair or thinning, fast heart beat.