Peginterferon

Active Ingredient(s): Peginterferon Alfa-2a + Ribavirin
FDA Approved: * June 4, 2004
Pharm Company: * HOFFMAN-LA ROCHE
Category: Hepatitis

* This drug may consist of multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or distributors. If applicable, they would be listed below under "NDC Database Records".



Peginterferon Overview

Ribavirin, also known as tribavirin, is an antiviral medication used to treat RSV infection, hepatitis C and some viral hemorrhagic fevers.[1] For hepatitis C, it is used in combination with other medications such as simeprevir, sofosbuvir, peginterferon alfa-2b or peginterferon alfa-2a.[1] Among the viral hemorrhagic fevers it is used for Lassa fever, Crimean–Congo hemorrhagic fever, and Hantavirus infection but should not be used for Ebola or Marburg in...

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this is a treatment for Hepatitis C ## Do you mean <a class=bodyhref href= This drug is used for the treatment of Hepatitis C (although it is not a cure). The chemical compound is called Peginterferon Alfa-2a. 'SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while using this medicine include headache; dizziness; drowsiness; tiredness; weakness; dry mouth; taste changes; loss of appetite; nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; trouble sleeping; temporary hair loss; dry or irritated skin; increased sweating; and redness, swelling, or pain at the injection site. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience muscle or joint pain; burning, numbness, or tingling or your arms, hands, legs, or feet; stomach pain; confusion; irritability, anxie...

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Possible Dosages for this and Related Drugs:

Peginterferon Alfa-2a + Ribavirin
  • Capsule: 120mcg/0.5ml + 200mg, 150mcg/0.5ml + 200mg, 50mcg/0.5ml + 200mg, 80mcg/0.5ml + 200mg
  • Injection: 180 ug/0. 5ml
Note: Above list includes dosages for all drugs with the same combination of active ingredients.

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