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Pegasys 135mcg Injection

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Marketer
Roche Products India Pvt Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION
Pegylated Interferon Alpha 2A (135mcg)
Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
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Product introduction

Pegasys 135mcg Injection is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.

Pegasys 135mcg Injection is used to treat serious long-term infections (chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis C) of liver.

Uses of Pegasys Injection

Benefits of Pegasys Injection

In Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection

Chronic hepatitis B virus infection is a serious infection of the liver that has been there for at least 6 months and still not cured. Pegasys 135mcg Injection helps treat this infection effectively. It lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life. If this infection is not treated, it can lead to severe liver damage which can cause other life-threatening problems such as liver failure or may be fatal also.

In Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Pegasys 135mcg Injection helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications and improves your quality of life. This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines. It is not a cure and should neither be used to prevent HCV infection. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of the medicine.

Side effects of Pegasys Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pegasys

  • Headache
  • Sweating
  • Joint pain
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Muscle pain
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Hair loss
  • Rigors
  • Decreased appetite
  • Fatigue
  • Decreased calcium level in blood
  • Diarrhea

How to use Pegasys Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pegasys 135mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pegasys 135mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pegasys 135mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Pegasys 135mcg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Patients may develop dizziness, confusion, somnolence, and fatigue while on Pegasys 135mcg Injection and should be cautioned to avoid driving.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pegasys 135mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pegasys 135mcg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pegasys 135mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pegasys 135mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Pegasys 135mcg Injection
₹13884.0/Injection
Taspiance 135mcg Injection
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹6561.9/injection
53% cheaper

Quick tips

  • Pegasys 135mcg Injection helps treat chronic hepatitis B in adults.
  • It may also be used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C.
  • 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Interferons
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
abcde
Action Class
Interferons

Patient concerns

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I have HBV related chronic liver problem .Local urologist suggest me to take rapilif d 8 for urine block problem?Can i take that medicine with entavir for hepatitis b virus and cronic liver disease?
Dr. Praveen Pushkar
Urology
Yes u can take it
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I am affected from hepatitis c virus diagnosed with confirmed genotype. Meanwhile i am pregnant will hepatitis virus pass on my baby. Or i should abort
Dr. Kunal Parasar
Surgical Gastroenterology
Your reports are of february with no ongoin liver damage. You havnt got the quantitative analysis. Most probably you wont need to abort. But be in constant follow up of good gastroenterologist near you.
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Related lab tests
  • Bilirubin Total
  • Hepatitis B (Core) IgM Antibody
  • Hepatitis B s (Surface) Antigen
  • Hepatitis C Virus Total Antibody
  • Liver Function Test

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    References

    1. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Peginterferon Alfa. [Updated 2018 Dec 3]. [Accessed 18 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:External Link

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    Address: 1503, 15th Floor, ‘The Capital’, Plot no. C-70, Behind ICICI Bank, BKC, Bandra (E) , Mumbai 400051
    Country of origin: India
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