Actimmune (Interferon Alpha 2A) Vial

Actimmune Vial 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.

Actimmune Vial 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 Actimmune Vial

• Follicular lymphoma
• Hairy cell leukemia

Benefits Of Actimmune Vial

In 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. Actimmune Vial 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.

In 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. Actimmune Vial 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.

Side Effects Of Actimmune Vial

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 Actimmune Vial

• 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 Actimmune Vial

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

How Actimmune Vial Works

Actimmune Vial modulates the body’s immune system.