Imualfa 1.6mg Injection

Description

Imualfa 1.6mg Injection is an antiviral medicine that is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It boosts up the immunity by increasing the activity of cells which have a protective function. Imualfa 1.6mg Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self administer. You may be regularly monitored for liver function tests during the complete course of treatment. It should not be given to immunocompromised patients or patients in whom immunity is suppressed, e.g., organ transplant patients. It may lead to a few common side effects like joint pain, decreased muscle tone, and skin rash. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Introduction

In Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection Imualfa 1.6mg Injection works by preventing the HBV virus from multiplying in the body. It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better. This lowers the chances of getting complications and improves the 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 HBV infection. Imualfa 1.6mg Injection is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of the medicine.

Benefits

Imualfa 1.6mg Injection boosts the immunity by increasing the activity of cells which have a protective function.

How to use

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

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Imualfa 1.6mg Injection. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Imualfa 1.6mg 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 : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Imualfa 1.6mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Imualfa 1.6mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Imualfa 1.6mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Imualfa 1.6mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Imualfa 1.6mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.