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Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A safe for pregnant women?
Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A. Immediately discontinue Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A on the Kidneys?
Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A on the Liver?
Side effects of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A on the Heart?
Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A has very mild side effects on the heart.
Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A
You can take Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A
Taking Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 A with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pegasys® (peginterferon alfa-2a)