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
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For parenteral
dosage form - injection:
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For chronic hepatitis C:
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Adults 180 micrograms once weekly for 24 to 48 weeks
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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:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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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.
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Store in the refrigerator. However, keep the drug from freezing.
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Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed.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.
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