Pegvir 50mcg Injection is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
Pegvir 50mcg Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. You should continue to take it as long as your doctor advises it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, insomnia, vomiting, and nausea. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Hence, inform your doctor if you notice fever, chills, rash, trouble breathing, unusual bleeding or bruising, and dark colored urine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with thyroid, liver, kidney and serum electrolytes levels.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if have liver, or kidney problems or have mental illness. You must inform your doctor about mental illness, mood changes, depression, vision change, and suicidal thoughts as this medicine can worsen the situation. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of Pegvir Injection
Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
Side effects of Pegvir Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Pegvir
Abdominal pain
Agitation
Anxiety
Blurred vision
Cough
Decreased appetite
Decreased white blood cell count
Depression
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Headache
Impaired concentration
Indigestion
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Nervousness
Sore throat
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Viral infection
Vomiting
How to use Pegvir Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Pegvir Injection works
Pegvir 50mcg Injection modulates the body’s immune system.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pegvir 50mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pegvir 50mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pegvir 50mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Pegvir 50mcg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Patients may develop dizziness, confusion, somnolence, and fatigue while on Pegvir 50mcg Injection and should be cautioned to avoid driving.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Pegvir 50mcg Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor. Caution should be used in patients with renal impairment.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pegvir 50mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Pegvir Injection?
If you miss a dose of Pegvir 50mcg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
