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Intron-A Powder


Generic Name: Interferon Alfa-2b Powder for Injection (in-ter-FEER-on AL-fuh)
Brand Name: Intron-A

Intron-A Powder can cause or worsen some serious medical conditions, including psychiatric conditions (eg, depression), immune system problems (autoimmune conditions such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis), circulation problems (eg, cardiovascular disease, blood clots), or infections (bone marrow suppression). If your medical history includes any of these conditions, inform your doctor promptly. These conditions occur infrequently, but some can be fatal.


Intron-A Powder is used for:

Treating some patients for certain types of leukemia, lymphoma, and hepatitis; certain AIDS-related illnesses (eg, Kaposi sarcoma); and genital warts (condylomata acuminata). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Intron-A Powder is an interferon. How Intron-A Powder works is not fully understood. It is thought to help the immune system fight tumor cells and viruses, as well as decrease their ability to reproduce.

Do NOT use Intron-A Powder if:

  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Intron-A Powder
  • you have certain liver problems (eg, autoimmune hepatitis, liver decompensation)
  • you have a history of an autoimmune disease (eg, lupus)
  • you have mental or mood problems (eg, depression) or have had thoughts of suicide
  • you have had organ transplant surgery and are taking medicine to decrease your immune system

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Intron-A Powder:

Some medical conditions may interact with Intron-A Powder. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

  • if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
  • if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
  • if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
  • if you have liver problems, heart problems, irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, diabetes, epilepsy or seizures, lung problems, thyroid problems, stomach or intestinal problems (eg, colitis, stomach or intestinal bleeding), eye or vision problems, kidney problems, or inflammation of the pancreas, or if you have had a heart attack
  • if you have immune system problems, bone marrow problems or low blood cell counts, bleeding problems, trouble sleeping, chickenpox, shingles, HIV, or high blood cholesterol or lipid levels
  • if you have had an organ transplant surgery
  • if you have a history of alcohol or other substance abuse or addiction

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Intron-A Powder. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

  • Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), fluorouracil, or theophyllines because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased
  • Any medicines that decrease your immune system following organ transplant surgery (eg, cyclosporine) because they may decrease Intron-A Powder"s effectiveness
  • Interleukin-2 or zidovudine because the risk of bone marrow problems, worsening diabetes, or kidney problems may be increased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Intron-A Powder may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Intron-A Powder:

Use Intron-A Powder as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

  • Intron-A Powder comes with an additional patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully and reread it each time you get Intron-A Powder refilled.
  • Intron-A Powder is usually administered as an injection at your doctor"s office, hospital, or clinic.
  • If you are using Intron-A Powder at home, carefully follow the injection procedures taught to you by your health care provider.
  • If the medicine contains particles or is discolored, or if the vial/container is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.
  • Use Intron-A Powder at bedtime unless directed otherwise.
  • Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Intron-A Powder is recommended, especially at the beginning of treatment. Check with your doctor for instructions.
  • If you miss a dose of Intron-A Powder, check with your doctor for further instructions. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Intron-A Powder.

Important safety information:

  • Intron-A Powder may cause dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, or changes in vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Intron-A Powder. Using Intron-A Powder alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
  • Intron-A Powder will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants.
  • Do not change brands of Intron-A Powder without discussing it with your doctor.
  • Intron-A Powder contains albumin, which comes from human blood. There is an extremely rare risk of developing a viral disease or a central nervous system disease called Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. No cases of viral diseases or Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease from albumin have been identified.
  • Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Dispose of properly after use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain local regulations for selecting an appropriate container and properly disposing of the container when full.
  • Intron-A Powder may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Intron-A Powder. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.
  • Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Intron-A Powder.
  • Diabetes patients - Intron-A Powder may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine.
  • Lab tests, including liver function and complete blood cell count, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
  • Use Intron-A Powder with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially certain heart side effects and confusion.
  • Intron-A Powder is not recommended for use in CHILDREN younger than 12 months of age. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed.
  • Avoid fathering a child while you are using Intron-A Powder and for 6 months after you stop using Intron-A Powder. Talk with your doctor about using effective methods of birth control.
  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Intron-A Powder if you are pregnant. Intron-A Powder may cause harm to the fetus. Avoid becoming pregnant while using Intron-A Powder. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. It is unknown if Intron-A Powder is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Intron-A Powder.

Possible side effects of Intron-A Powder:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Abnormal skin sensations; back pain; changes in taste; chills; confusion; constipation; coughing; decreased sex drive; diarrhea; dry mouth; dry skin; excessive hunger, thirst, or urination; flu-like symptoms (fatigue; fever; headache; tiredness; loss of appetite; nausea; vomiting); general body discomfort; hair loss; hair thinning; impaired concentration; increased sweating; indigestion; joint pain; muscle aches; nervousness; nonproductive cough; pain; rigors; sinus inflammation; sleeplessness; sore throat; stomach pain; stuffy nose; swelling of the breast; swelling of the gums; weakness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); aggravated depression; aggressive behavior; agitation; bizarre behavior; black, tarry stools; bloody diarrhea; change in amount of urine; changes in heartbeat; changes in personality; chest pain; convulsions; dark urine; delirium; difficulty sleeping; difficulty speaking; dizziness; drowsiness; emotional instability; fainting; fever; impaired consciousness; intolerance to heat or cold; irregular heartbeat; lightheadedness; memory loss; mental or mood changes; migraine; one-sided weakness (arm, leg); paranoia; persistent sore throat; poor coordination; pounding in the chest; psychosis; seizures; severe stomach pain; speech disorders; stroke; suicidal thoughts or attempts; tingling hands or feet; tremor; unusual bleeding/bruising; unusual increase in thirst; vision changes; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include coma; extreme lethargy; fatigue.

Proper storage of Intron-A Powder:

Store Intron-A Powder in the refrigerator, between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C). Do not freeze. Keep Intron-A Powder, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

  • If you have any questions about Intron-A Powder, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
  • Intron-A Powder is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
  • If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Intron-A Powder. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: November 1, 2006
Database Edition 06.4.1.002
Copyright © 2006 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.




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