Description
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CompositionPegylated Interferon Alpha 2A (180mcg)
StorageStore in a refrigerator (2 – 8°C). Do not freeze.
MG Medicals, Briefing of Pegasys 180mcg 1 Injection
Uses of Pegasys 180mcg 1 InjectionChronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection; Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
Pegasys 180mcg 1 Injection side reactionsHeadache; Sweating; Joint pain; Flu-like symptoms; Muscle pain; Vomiting; Nausea; Decreased white blood cell count; Hair loss; Rigors; Decreased appetite; Fatigue; Decreased calcium level in blood; Diarrhea
How to take Pegasys 180mcg 1 InjectionYour doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Pegasys 180mcg 1 Injection worksPegasys 180mcg Injection modulates the body’s immune system.
MG Medicals, More Suggestion
Suggestion for Pegasys 180mcg 1 Injection
- Pegasys 180mcg Injection is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. In combination with some other medicine, it is also used for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C.
- Pegasys 180mcg Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. You should continue to take it as long as your doctor advises it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
- Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, sweating, joint pain, and flu-like symptoms. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Hence, inform your doctor if you notice fever, chills, rash, trouble breathing, unusual bleeding or bruising, and dark colored urine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with thyroid, liver, kidney and serum electrolytes levels.
- Before taking it, tell your doctor if have liver, or kidney problems or have mental illness. You must inform your doctor about mental illness, mood changes, depression, vision change, and suicidal thoughts as this medicine can worsen the situation. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
MG Medicals, Tips & Warnings
Alcohol
caution
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pegasys 180mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Pegasys 180mcg 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.
Lactation
safe if prescribed
Pegasys 180mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
unsafe
Pegasys 180mcg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Patients may develop dizziness, confusion, somnolence, and fatigue while on Pegasys 180mcg Injection and should be cautioned to avoid driving.
Patients may develop dizziness, confusion, somnolence, and fatigue while on Pegasys 180mcg Injection and should be cautioned to avoid driving.
Kidney
caution
Pegasys 180mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pegasys 180mcg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
safe if prescribed
Pegasys 180mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pegasys 180mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
MG Medicals, If miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Pegasys 180mcg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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