Alferon 3MIU Injection

Interferon Alpha 2A (3Million IU)

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Alferon 3MIU Injection is used in the treatment of follicular lymphoma and hairy cell leukemia. It works by altering cell function/growth and the body's natural defenses (immune system) in many ways.

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Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 11 Aug 2026 | 01:05 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Interferon Alpha 2A (3Million IU)

Marketer

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

Alferon 3MIU Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. 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.

Headache, flu-like symptoms, sweating, fatigue, and muscle pain are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver and blood sugar level. You must have to inform your doctor immediately if you notice mood change, depression, and change in vision.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. 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. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Uses of Alferon Injection

Benefits of Alferon Injection

Hairy cell leukemia
Hairy cell leukemia is a kind of blood cancer in which there is excessive production of specific white blood cells (that fight infections) and they resemble hairy-shape when seen under a microscope. Alferon 3MIU Injection boosts the immune system to kill the cancer cells and stops them from multiplying. It is an effective medicine but you should discuss the side effects and benefits of this medicine with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol and smoking while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Follicular lymphoma
Follicular lymphoma is a cancer of the white blood cells in our body. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. Alferon 3MIU Injection stimulates the immune system to restrict cancer growth, and blocks the cancer growth. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.

Side effects of Alferon 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 Alferon

Decreased appetite
Decreased calcium level in blood
Decreased white blood cell count
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Flu-like symptoms
Hair loss
Headache
Joint pain
Muscle pain
Nausea
Rigors
Sweating
Vomiting

How to use Alferon Injection

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

How Alferon Injection works

Alferon 3MIU Injection modulates the body's immune system.

Quick tips

Alferon 3MIU Injection is given as an injection into the skin or veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood sugar level, blood cell count in your blood and liver function.
Inform your doctor if you experience mood change, depression, change in vision and difficulty breathing.
It is advisable to stay hydrated or drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Alferon 3MIU Injection.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Alferon 3MIU Injection is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Alferon 3MIU Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.

Driving

UNSAFE

Alferon 3MIU Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Alferon 3MIU Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Alferon 3MIU Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Alferon with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Abacavir (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Capecitabine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Interferon Alpha 2A may reduce blood levels of Capecitabine and its active form.

Moderate

Didanosine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Telbivudine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Telbivudine with Interferon Alpha 2A. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as weakness, numbness, tingling, pain or burning sensations and consult with your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Zidovudine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cytokines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Interferons

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 723-25.
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Interferon Alfa. [Updated 2018 Dec 3]. [Accessed 18 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:

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Name: Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Sarkhej-Dholka Road, Bhat, Ahmedabad-382 210, INDIA.

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Alferon Injection

Benefits of Alferon Injection

Side effects of Alferon Injection

How to use Alferon Injection

How Alferon Injection works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Abacavir (Oral Route)

Capecitabine (Oral Route)

Didanosine (Oral Route)

Telbivudine (Oral Route)

Zidovudine (Oral Route)

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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