Alferon N

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  • Warts

Alferon N Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Interferon alfa-n3 (human leukocyte derived) 5million IU/mL; inj; contains albumin (human).

Pharmacological Class

Interferon.

How Supplied

Vials (1mL)—1

Alferon N Indications

Indications

Refractory genital warts.

Alferon N Dosage and Administration

Adult

≥18yrs: 0.05mL (250,000 IU) injected into the base of each wart twice weekly; max 8 wks. Max dose per session: 0.5mL (2.5million IU). Wait 3 months before retreatment unless warts enlarge or new warts develop.

Children

<18 yrs: not recommended.

Alferon N Contraindications

Contraindications

Mouse immunoglobulin, egg protein, or neomycin allergy.

Alferon N Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Alferon N Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Cardiovascular or severe pulmonary disease. Coagulation or seizure disorders. Severe myelosuppression. Use effective contraception during treatment. Debilitated. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.

Alferon N Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Alferon N Interactions

Not Applicable

Alferon N Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Flu-like symptoms.

Alferon N Clinical Trials

See Literature

Alferon N Note

Not Applicable

Alferon N Patient Counseling

See Literature