Question 1

what are effects of pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a)?

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Depends: From a hepatitis c treatment standpoint, using Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) in combination with Ribavirin and a protease inhibitor can have dramatic treatment effect (i.e. Lead to cure of hepatitis c depending on the stage of your liver disease). Now "side-effects" can range from "flu-like" symptoms to lab abnormalities, depression, rash, GI symptoms, anxiety/irritability, insomnia, etc. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 2

what happens when i miss a dose of peginterferon alfa-2a ?

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Report it: When you miss a dose of peg interferon, you should report it to your treating physician. If it is just one dose, chances are you may have it injected later that day or week. If it is not feasible, i think you will still need to continue on with your treatment, as one dose is unlikely to change the trend you've had. Talk to you doc, though.

Question 3

what are the potential side effects of peginterferon alfa-2a ?

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Talk to your doctor!: Some of the common side effects of Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) (peg-interferon alfa-2a) are fatigue, depression, headache, fever, low white cell count, muscle pain and chills. However, there are potentially more serious side effects as well. The risk of developing side effects may depend on your other health problems. You should talk to your doctor.

Question 4

any long term side effects from pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a)?

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Usually not: In general, once you have finished your treatment with pegasys, (peginterferon alfa 2a) side effects/symptoms that you were having during treatment slowly disappear, but can take up to 6 months and in some instances 1 year although rare. It can result in autoimmune disorders, although this is also rare. I would discuss your concerns with your treating physician for other rare long term side effects.

Question 5

what are some common side effects of pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a)?

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Flu-like symptoms: Although Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) has been known to make psychiatric symptoms worse and cause some problems with bone marrow suppression (anemia, low white count, low platelets), the most common side effect is flu-like symptoms.

Question 6

can you tell me the difference between peginterferon alfa 2a & peginterferon alfa 2b?

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Drug names: Both are pegylated interferons. Peginterferon alfa 2a is made by roche branded Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) and is a slightly larger molecule. Peginterferon 2B is made by schering and its dose is calculated based on body weight. The brand name is peg-intron.

These drugs have similar efficacy and side effects.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: pegasys allergy?

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Pegasys allergy: Pegasys (Peginterferon alfa-2a) is an immunosuppressive &amp; antiviral medication used in the treatment of  hepatitis B or C. An allergy occurs when your body’s immune system creates antibodies to a foreign substance causing a reaction that can be mild to severe.  For potential adverse effects see:   https://www.drugs.com/pegasys.html

Question 8

infergen use after pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) failure appropriate?

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Not really: I am assuming you are asking about hepatits c treatment. Infergen is an old type of interferon. Data suggest that Infergen has little or no benefit after Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) failure. There are new oral medications. These medications (pills) along with Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) and Ribavirin has very good response rate, if you are infected with type i hepatitis c virus. Response rate is doubled from previous treatment.

Question 9

infergen use after pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) failure. does this ever work?

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Rarely: Some people still use infergen, however it is very rare for it to work if Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) failed. Good luck.

Question 10

what is the difference between pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) & peg-intron?

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Size of the molecule: Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) is larger size and comes in solution where as pegontron comes as powder that needs to be reconstituted with saline before administration. Efficacy wise, Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) may be marginally better.

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