Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Interon. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Interon is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Interon is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Interon alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CAUTION
Interon should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Interon may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Interon is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Interon 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.
Medicine Overview of Interon 4.5MIU/0.5ml Injection
Introduction
Interon is used in the treatment of follicular lymphoma and hairy cell leukemia. It works by altering cell function/growth and the body's natural defenses (immune system) in many ways.
Interon is given as an injection by a qualified medical professi ... Show more
Uses of Interon
Follicular lymphoma
Hairy cell leukemia
Side effects of Interon
Common
Decreased appetite
Decreased calcium level in blood
Decreased white blood cell count
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Flu-like symptoms
Hair loss
Headache
Joint pain
Muscle pain
Nausea
Rigors
Sweating
Vomiting
How to use Interon
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Interon works
Interon modulates the body's immune system.
What if you forget to take Interon?
If you miss a dose of Interon, 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 schedule. Do not double the dose.
Brief Description
Indication
Renal cell carcinoma, Chronic hepatitis B, Chronic hepatitis C, Hairy cell leukaemia, AIDS related Kaposi's sarcoma, Chronic myeloid leukaemia, Follic ... Show more
Adult Dose
Subcutaneous
Renal cell carcinoma
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Precaution
History of depression (monitor for signs). Perform regular neuropsychiatric monitoring. Seizure disorders and/or compromised CNS function. Preexisting ... Show more
Side Effect
Depressive illness, suicidal behaviour, irritability, insomnia, anxiety. Flu-like symptoms. Headache, dizziness, paraesthesia, confusion, impaired con ... Show more
Interaction
Reduces clearance of theophylline. Enhanced myelosuppression with other myelosuppressive drugs (e.g. zidovudine). Drugs metabolised by CYP450 pathway ... Show more
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