Peginterferon alfa A

What Are The Uses Of Peginterferon alfa A?

Peginterferon alfa A is a conjugate of recombinant interferon (subtype A) and polyethylene glycol (PEG) which is an antiviral and antineoplastic agent used in the treatment of following conditions:

• Hepatitis C and B along with HIV – co-infection, normal levels of ALT, cirrhosis (chronic liver disease)
• T-cell lymphomas
• Middle-East respiratory syndrome
• Hepatitis E

What Are The Side Effects Of Peginterferon alfa A?

Some common side effects that may occur after taking peginterferon alfa  A are:

• Injection site reactions such as redness/ swelling/itching
• Hair loss, trouble sleeping, nausea
• Depression, headache
• Fever, tiredness

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Peginterferon alfa A?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hypersensitivity towards the drug peginterferon alfa A or any other allergies.
• Pregnancy, breastfeeding