Pegihep 80mcg Injection is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.

Pegihep 80mcg 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 function, liver function, kidney function, and serum electrolyte levels.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if have liver, or kidney problems or have mental illness. You must inform your doctor if you notice mood changes, depression, vision changes, and suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine. 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.

Benefits of Pegihep Injection

In Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection

Pegihep 80mcg Injection helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications and improves your quality of life. This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines. It is not a cure and should neither be used to prevent HCV infection. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of the medicine.

Side effects of Pegihep 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 Pegihep

• 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 Pegihep Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Pegihep Injection works

Pegihep 80mcg Injection modulates the body's immune system.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pegihep 80mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pegihep 80mcg 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pegihep 80mcg 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

Pegihep 80mcg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Patients may develop dizziness, confusion, somnolence, and fatigue while on Pegihep 80mcg Injection and should be cautioned to avoid driving.

Kidney

UNSAFE

Pegihep 80mcg 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 Pegihep 80mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.