Pegintroxyl 50mcg Injection

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Composition FOR Pegintroxyl 50mcg Injection

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B(50mcg)

food interaction for Pegintroxyl Injection

alcohol interaction for Pegintroxyl Injection

pregnancy interaction for Pegintroxyl Injection

lactation interaction for Pegintroxyl Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pegintroxyl 50mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Pegintroxyl 50mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pegintroxyl 50mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Pegintroxyl 50mcg Injection

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B(50mcg)

Pegintroxyl injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.

How pegintroxyl injection works

Pegintroxyl 50mcg Injection modulates the body's immune system.

Common side effects of pegintroxyl injection

Abdominal pain, Agitation, Anxiety, Blurred vision, Cough, Decreased appetite, Decreased white blood cell count, Depression, Dizziness, Dryness in mouth, Fatigue, Headache, Impaired concentration, Indigestion, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nausea, Nervousness, Sore throat, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Viral infection, Vomiting

SUBSTITUTES FOR Pegintroxyl Injection

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    Rs. 9501/Injection
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    Rs. 6897/Injection
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Expert advice FOR Pegintroxyl Injection

  • Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B helps treat chronic hepatitis C in adults.
  • Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and 4 months after stopping the treatment.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells, liver and thyroid function, and lipid levels during treatment with this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat or rash.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice any changes in your behavior, mood or vision.


Content on this page was last updated on 12 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)