Question 1

what is the definition or description of: peginterferon alfa 2b allergy?

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Interferon SEs: Pegylated interferon alfa-2b, or PegIntron, acts as a cytokine agent to help rid the body of certain types of infections. It was a used in Hep C treatment in the past. Side effects can include headache, fatigue, mood changes, trouble sleeping, hair loss, nausea, pain at the injection site, fever, plus other more severe effects including psychosis, liver problems, blood clots, heart trouble etc.

Question 2

what would happen if i missed a dose of peginterferon alfa-2b ?

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Interferon: It is typically used for treatment hepatitis c. Replapse may occur with missing a dose.

Question 3

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 4

which is better pegasys or peg intron (peginterferon alfa 2b)?

Accepted Answer

Equivalent: They are equivalent. Different brands.

Question 5

hepatitis c injection" peg intron (peginterferon alfa 2b) a" has many side effects. how can they be decreased.?

Accepted Answer

Tylenol (acetaminophen) / Benadryl: You can try premedicating with tylenol (acetaminophen) and benadryl. Alternate injection sites. Get plenty of rest.

Question 6

will i be able to drink alcohol while taking the medications ribavirin and peg intron (peginterferon alfa 2b)?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Ribavirin must be used together with a Peg-Intron to treat chronic hepatitis C. Do not drink alcohol while taking ribavirin. Alcohol can increase the risk of damage to your liver. Hope it makes sense?

Question 7

what are symptoms of a real drug allergy?

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Rash and anaphylaxis: The most common allergic reaction to a drug is a rash.  In severe cases this is accompanied by breathing trouble and could even be life-threatening anaphylaxis.  Stomach upset is a common side effect and is not likely to be a true allergy.  However, it is still important to let your doctor know this.

Question 8

how do i overcome a drug allergy?

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Tricky: Medication reactions can be tricky as the type of reaction can be intolerance vs allergic.  Avoidance is the best treatment for a drug allergy and using a suitable alternative.  In a life threatening circumstance, desensitization by an allergist in the hospital is an option.  Sometimes drug allergy can resolve over time such as penicillin.  An allergist can assist in a good long term plan.

Question 9

how can i tell if i have hives or a drug allergy?

Accepted Answer

Subtle: hives can occur as part of an allergy syndrome.  people with chronic hives or who have an inborn low threshold for hives have difficulty differentiating simple hives from drug allergy.  If the drug reaction is IgE-mediated, or occurs via a similar pathway without IgE, then one would expect additional symptoms other than hives (breathing problem, dizzy, nausea, swelling, headache, etc)

Question 10

is there a blood test to determine drug allergies?

Accepted Answer

What is the context: Depends on what you are looking for. No simple test. There are specific tests for certain things (penicillin).  There are a few tests done to determine if an individual can tolerate a certain med (G6PD). Mostly, though, it comes down to trial of a med and knowledge  of what to look for. For example if you get a cough with ACE inhib (lisinopril) your DR will change you to ARB (valsartan)

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Hepatitis c injection" peg intron (peginterferon alfa 2b) a" has many side effects. how can they be decreased.?

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Will i be able to drink alcohol while taking the medications ribavirin and peg intron (peginterferon alfa 2b)?

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What are symptoms of a real drug allergy?

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