Roferon A Injection Information

Roferon A Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C. The alternative uses of Roferon A Injection have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Roferon A Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Roferon A Injection include Loss of appetite, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Diarrhoea. Such side effects of Roferon A Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Roferon A Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Roferon A Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Roferon A Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Roferon A Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Roferon A Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Roferon A Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Roferon A Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Roferon A Injection Benefits & Uses
Roferon A Injection Dosage & How to Take
Roferon A Injection Side Effects
Roferon A Injection Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Roferon A Injection with Other Drugs
Roferon A Injection Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Roferon A Injection
Roferon A Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Roferon A Injection Benefits & Uses

Roferon A Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphomas
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Renal Cell Carcinoma

Roferon A Injection 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

Roferon A Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Roferon A Injection safe for pregnant women?

Roferon A Injection can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Roferon A Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Roferon A Injection can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Roferon A Injection on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Roferon A Injection. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Roferon A Injection on the Liver?

Roferon A Injection can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Roferon A Injection on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Roferon A Injection. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Roferon A Injection with Other Drugs

Roferon A Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Theophylline

Pentoxifylline

Roferon A Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Roferon A Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Cirrhosis
Bone marrow transplant
Psoriasis
Mental Illness

Frequently asked Questions about Roferon A Injection

Is this Roferon A Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Roferon A Injection is addictive.

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

After taking Roferon A Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Roferon A Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Roferon A Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Roferon A Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Roferon A Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Roferon A Injection

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Roferon A Injection, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Roferon A Injection

Consumption of alcohol and Roferon A Injection together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe