Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Aditya Singh, MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Reg No: MCI-654321 • Verified Medical Reviewer
Infergen
(interferon alfacon-1)
Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range
About this medicine
Treatment of patients of 18 years and older with chronic hepatitis and serum markers for hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection e.g. those who have elevated serum transaminase levels without decompensated liver disease and who are positive for serum HCV-RNA (see section 4.4). Consideration should be given to current official guidance on the appropriate use of interferons for the treatment of patients with chronic hepatitis C.Interferon alfacon-1 should be given alone mainly in case of intolerance or contraindication to ribavirin.
Common Brand Names for this Composition
The following popular commercial brand names contain interferon alfacon-1 as their active ingredient composition:
Infergen
Astellas Pharma Europe B.V.
Common Substitutes & Alternatives
These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.
Key Information
Salt / Composition
interferon alfacon-1
Category
Immunostimulants
Manufacturer
Astellas Pharma Europe B.V.
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