Peginterferon Alfa–2a : How to Use

Peginterferon Alfa–2a - Systemic

Brand Names

Pegasys Peginterferon Alfa–2a *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Dosage

The dose of peginterferon alfa-2a will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of peginterferon alfa-2aIf your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

The length of time you take the drug depends on the medical problem for which you are taking peginterferon alfa-2a

For parenteral dosage form - injection:
- For chronic hepatitis C:
  - Adults 180 micrograms once weekly for 24 to 48 weeks
  - Children This drug is not usually using in child under the age of 18

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, 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 dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Store in the refrigerator. However, keep the drug from freezing.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Ask your health care professional how you must dispose of any drug you do not use. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.