Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta

Last updated 29 Oct 2022 | 06:29 PM (UTC)

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B Uses

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.

How Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B works

Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B modulates the body's immune system.

Common side effects of Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B

Abdominal pain, Blurred vision, Cough, Decreased appetite, Depression, Dizziness, Dryness in mouth, Fatigue, Headache, Impaired concentration, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nausea, Viral infection, Vomiting, Breathlessness, Diarrhea, Fever, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Hair loss, Increased sweating, Joint pain, Muscle pain, Rigors, Weight loss, Injection site reaction, Pain, Chest pain, Decreased level of thyroid hormones, Lymphopenia, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Irritability, Low blood platelets, Pharyngitis

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Medicine brands for Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B

Viraferonpeg

MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Cadila Healthcare Limited

₹11995 to ₹11995

2 variant(s)

Pegliton

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Expert advice for Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2B

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.