Infergen?
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Brand Names: U.S.:
Infergen?
Uses
- It is used to treat long-term hepatitis C infections.
- Interferon alfacon-1 helps fight viral infections.
Dosing
How to take
- To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
- It is given as a shot into the fatty part of the skin.
- Your doctor may teach you how to give the shot.
- Take at bedtime to help with flu-like signs.
- The shot is most often given 3 times a week for about 6 months.
- Before giving the shot, bring it to room temperature.
- Follow how to give closely if you or a family member is giving the shot at home.
- Wash your hands before and after use.
- Throw syringe away after use. Do not use more than one time.
- Throw away needles in a needle/sharp disposal box and take the box back to your doctor when it is full.
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