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Intron A Albumin Free

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Intron A Albumin Free

(interferon-alfa-2b)

Interferon is a substance that is made naturally by our body's cells to fight infections and tumours. Man-made or synthetic versions of interferon have been made to target specific types of unwanted cells.

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Injectable

6MIU/ML

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The recommended dose and dosing schedule of interferon alfa-2b varies according to the specific condition being treated, the response to therapy, the side effects experienced, and the other medications or treatments being used. The dose administered is also based on body size. It is usually injected under the skin (subcutaneous or SC) or into a muscle (intramuscular or IM).

If you are giving yourself injections, it is very important that you carefully follow the doctor's instructions and the instructions included with the medication. Your doctor or nurse will assist you in the preparation and injection of your first dose (or first few doses). Do not attempt to inject Intron A Albumin Free (Interferon-alfa-2b) on your own until you completely understand how to inject a dose.

Do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to use Intron A Albumin Free (Interferon-alfa-2b) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose of Intron A Albumin Free (Interferon-alfa-2b), use it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. 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.

Store Intron A Albumin Free (Interferon-alfa-2b) in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C, do not allow it to freeze, and keep it out of the reach of children.

If necessary, the powder form of Intron A Albumin Free (Interferon-alfa-2b) can be kept at room temperature (up to 25°C) for up to 4 weeks before using. After 4 weeks, it cannot be put back in the refrigerator for a new storage period and should be discarded.

If the powder form is mixed with bacteriostatic water for injection (preserved with benzyl alcohol), it can be stored in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) for up to 30 days or at room temperature (15°C to 30°C) for up to 14 days. After these time periods, discard any unused portion. If the powder form of Intron A Albumin Free (Interferon-alfa-2b) is mixed with sterile water for injection, it should be used as soon as possible within 3 hours.

The 10M unit vial solution for injection should be stored in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C for up to 7 days after the first use.

The 18M unit and 25M unit solution vials should be stored in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C for up to 4 weeks after the first use. The vials can be stored at room temperature (up to 25°C) for a period of 7 days before use and can be put back in the refrigerator at any time during this 7-day period. If the product is not used during the 7-day period, it cannot be put back in the refrigerator for a new storage period and should be discarded.

The multi-dose pens should be stored in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C. Each pen is intended for a maximum 4-week use period and then must be discarded. A new needle must be used for each dose. After each use, the needle should be discarded safely, and the pen must be returned to the refrigerator immediately. If the pen is accidentally left at temperature (15°C to 25°C), a maximum total of 48 hours (2 days) of exposure at room temperature is allowed over the 4-week use period.

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.

All material © 1996-2024 MediResource Inc. Terms and conditions of use. The contents herein are for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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