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Generic: peginterferon alfa-2a View All Brands Pegasys An antiviral interferon - It is a man-made drug that acts like a protein made by the body				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What if I miss a dose? If you miss a dose and you remember within 2 days of when you missed your dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is late in the day, wait until the next day to take your dose. If more than 2 days have passed since you missed your dose ask your doctor what to do. Do not take double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine? alcohol medicines for HIV like didanosine, lamivudine, stavudine, zidovudine methadone theophylline This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. You will need regular blood checks. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue bloody diarrhea breathing problems change in blood sugar changes in vision chest pain fast, irregular heartbeat fever high blood pressure increased anger, depression, irritability, or thoughts of suicide pain in lower back or stomach pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine unusual bleeding or bruising Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): aches, pains dry, itchy skin hair loss loss of appetite nausea, stomach upset pain or swelling at site where injected trouble sleeping unusually weak or tired This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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