Egliton 5 MIU Injection Information

Egliton 5 MIU Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. The alternative uses of Egliton 5 MIU Injection have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Egliton 5 MIU Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Egliton 5 MIU Injection include Blurred vision, Agitation, Dyspepsia. Some other side effects of Egliton 5 MIU Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Egliton 5 MIU Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Egliton 5 MIU Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Egliton 5 MIU Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Egliton 5 MIU Injection related warnings section.

Egliton 5 MIU Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Egliton 5 MIU Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Egliton 5 MIU Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Egliton 5 MIU Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Egliton Benefits & Uses
Egliton Dosage & How to Take
Egliton Side Effects
Egliton Related Warnings
Egliton Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Egliton
Egliton Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Egliton 5 MIU Injection Benefits & Uses

Egliton 5 MIU Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Hepatitis B

Egliton 5 MIU Injection Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10000000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: 4 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10000000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: 4 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4470000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2700000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1378404 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given to above 1 years old

Egliton 5 MIU Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Egliton 5 MIU Injection safe for pregnant women?

Egliton may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Egliton, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Egliton 5 MIU Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Egliton has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Egliton 5 MIU Injection on the Kidneys?

Egliton rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Egliton 5 MIU Injection on the Liver?

Egliton has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Egliton 5 MIU Injection on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Egliton on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Egliton 5 MIU Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Egliton 5 MIU Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Stroke
Anemia
Heart Disease
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Egliton 5 MIU Injection

Is this Egliton 5 MIU Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Egliton 5 MIU Injection is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Egliton 5 MIU Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Egliton 5 MIU Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Egliton 5 MIU Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Egliton 5 MIU Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Egliton 5 MIU Injection

It is safe to take Egliton 5 MIU Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Egliton 5 MIU Injection

Consumption of alcohol and Egliton 5 MIU Injection together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Intron® A (Interferon alfa-2b)

Egliton 5 MIU Injection