Pegylated interferon alfa-2a
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Gloria Picoy [2]
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Overview
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Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
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Warnings
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Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
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Postmarketing Experience
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Drug Interactions
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Drug Interactions in the drug label.
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category (FDA):
There is no FDA guidance on usage of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in women who are pregnant.
Pregnancy Category (AUS):
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in women who are nursing.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in pediatric settings.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in geriatric settings.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Administration in the drug label.
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Monitoring in the drug label.
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding the compatibility of Pegylated interferon alfa-2a and IV administrations.
Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Pharmacology
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Pharmacology in the drug label.
Mechanism of Action
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Structure
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Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Pharmacodynamics in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Pharmacokinetics in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Nonclinical Toxicology in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Clinical Studies in the drug label.
How Supplied
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Storage
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Storage in the drug label.
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Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Pegylated interferon alfa-2a Patient Counseling Information in the drug label.
Precautions with Alcohol
Alcohol-Pegylated interferon alfa-2a interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.
Brand Names
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Look-Alike Drug Names
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Drug Shortage Status
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References
The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [3]
Overview
Pegylated interferon alfa-2a (40kD) (commercial name PEGASYS) is an antiviral drug discovered at the pharmaceutical company F.Hoffmann-La Roche; it has a dual mode of action - both antiviral and on the immune system.
This drug is approved around the world for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C (including patients with HIV co-infection, cirrhosis, 'normal' levels of ALT) and has recently been approved (in the EU, U.S., China and many other countries) for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B.
Category
Antiviral
US Brand Names
Pegasys®
FDA Package Insert
Description | Clinical Pharmacology | Microbiology | Indications and Usage | Contraindications | Warnings and Precautions | Adverse Reactions | Drug Interactions | Overdosage | Clinical Studies | Dosage and Administration | How Supplied | Labels and Packages