interferon [IFN]-alfa 2a (Roferon-A)

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Introduction

Tradename: Roferon-A.

Indications

Contraindications

Warnings:

Pregnancy category C

Safety in lactation ?

Dosage

  • refer to individual protocols
  • stable for 24 hours under refrigeration after reconstitution with sterile water
  • solution reconstituted with diluent is stable for one month when refrigerated
  • do not change brands as changes in dosage may result

Injection:

  • 3 million units/mL (1 mL)
  • 6 million units/mL (3 mL)
  • 9 million units/mL (0.9 mL)
  • 36 million units/mL (1 mL)

Powder for injection: 6 million units/mL when reconstituted

Pharmacokinetics

Monitor

Adverse effects

Drug interactions

More general terms

More specific terms

References

  1. Kaiser Permanente Northern California Regional Drug Formulary, 1998
  2. Geriatric Dosage Handbook, 6th edition, Selma et al eds, Lexi-Comp, Cleveland, 2001
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