Interferon-beta-1b
Interferon beta-1b belongs to the group of medications known as immunomodulators. It is a form of a protein that is naturally made by our body's cells to fight infections and tumours.
Available form
Powder
Dosage
0.3mg
Manufacturers
Bayer, Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Generic brand of
Interferon-beta-1b
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The recommended adult dose of interferon beta-1b is 0.25 mg (8 MIU) injected subcutaneously (under the skin) every other day. In some cases, the doctor may prescribe a lower dose to start, and gradually increase the dose until the recommended adult dose has been reached.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
Interferon beta-1b is used with the guidance and supervision of a doctor. Your doctor or nurse may ask you to inject the medication at home once they have instructed you and are certain that you won't have any problems with doing it at home. Do not attempt to prepare or inject Betaseron (Interferon-beta-1b) on your own until you completely understand how to mix and inject a dose.
Use a different injection site for each dose. You should avoid injecting Betaseron (Interferon-beta-1b) into an area of skin that is sore, red, infected, or otherwise damaged. If you are having difficulty giving yourself injections, talk to your health care provider.
It is important that Betaseron (Interferon-beta-1b) be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. Your next injection should be given about 48 hours after the first dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
See the package insert for instructions on choosing the injection site, preparing the injection, and injecting the medication. Before mixing, interferon beta-1b should be kept at temperatures between 2°C and 25°C. Excursions between 25°C and 30°C are permitted as long as they do not exceed a maximum of 30 days. Do not freeze. After mixing, the vial or syringe containing the medication should be kept in a refrigerator and used within 3 hours.
Protect Betaseron (Interferon-beta-1b) from light, moisture, freezing and high temperatures. Keep Betaseron (Interferon-beta-1b) out of reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
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