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Pegvir 80 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hepatitis C. The alternative uses of Pegvir 80 Injection have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Pegvir 80 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Pegvir 80 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Pegvir 80 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pegvir 80 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Pegvir 80 Injection related warnings talks about Pegvir 80 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Pegvir 80 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pegvir 80 Injection in conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Pegvir 80 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Pegvir 80 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pegvir 80 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pegvir 80 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Pegvir 80 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pegvir can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pegvir right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Pegvir 80 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Pegvir on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Pegvir will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Pegvir 80 Injection on the Kidneys?
Pegvir rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pegvir 80 Injection on the Liver?
Pegvir has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Pegvir 80 Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Pegvir on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pegvir 80 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pegvir 80 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pegvir 80 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pegvir 80 Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pegvir 80 Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pegvir 80 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pegvir 80 Injection
It is safe to take Pegvir 80 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pegvir 80 Injection
Consuming Pegvir 80 Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pegintron® (peginterferon alfa-2b)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sylatron™ (peginterferon alfa-2b)
