Review the side-effects of Interferon Alpha- Two B as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Application Site - Injection site inflammation/reaction.
Metabolic - Dry mouth, increased sweating, flushing and decrease in thyroid hormone.
Body as a Whole - Fatigue/weakness, headache, rigors, fever, weight loss, infections, abdomen pain, chest pain and uneasiness.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, depression, anxiety, emotional lability, sleeplessness, poor concentration, agitation and nervousness.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, indigestion and constipation.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells, platelets and anemia.
Liver - Liver enlargement.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain and joint pain.
Genitourinary - Menstrual disorder.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, cough, runny nose and inflammation of sinus.
Skin - Hair loss, itching, rash and dry skin.
Eye and ENT - Taste perversion, blurred vision and eye inflammation.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Application Site - Injection site inflammation/reaction.
Metabolic - Dry mouth, increased sweating, flushing and decrease in thyroid hormone.
Body as a Whole - Fatigue/weakness, headache, rigors, fever, weight loss, infections, abdomen pain, chest pain and uneasiness.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, depression, anxiety, emotional lability, sleeplessness, poor concentration, agitation and nervousness.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, indigestion and constipation.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells, platelets and anemia.
Liver - Liver enlargement.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain and joint pain.
Genitourinary - Menstrual disorder.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, cough, runny nose and inflammation of sinus.
Skin - Hair loss, itching, rash and dry skin.
Eye and ENT - Taste perversion, blurred vision and eye inflammation.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Interferon Alpha- Two B
Interferon Alpha- Two B(Pegintron) generic is an antiviral drug, prescribed for chronic hepatitis B and C either alone or with other medications. It is also used to treat certain types of cancer.Brand Names or Trade Names of Interferon Alpha- Two B
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Pegintron, Intron® A