Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B Benefits & Uses

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis C

Other Benefits

Skin Cancer

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Hepatitis C Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 64 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given on the basis of weight
Geriatric	Disease: Hepatitis C Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 64 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given on the basis of weight

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B Related Warnings

Is the use of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B safe for pregnant women?

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B on the Kidneys?

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B on the Liver?

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B on the Heart?

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B with Other Drugs

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Zidovudine

Moderate

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Codeine

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bipolar Disorder
Suicidal Tendency
Depression
Thyroid problems
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Anemia
Neuropathy, Peripheral
Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain
Liver Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B

Is this Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B

You can take Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B

Taking Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2 B with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe