Interferon beta

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

beta-Interferon; IFN β; IFN-β; INF beta; Interferon-beta; Interferon-β; β-Interferon

Definition
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Pharmacodynamics (Effect)
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Enhancement of the non-specific humoral defence in viral infections and enhancement of the expression of HLA class I antigens. Promotion of cellular cytotoxicity. Stimulation of CD8 cells.

Indication
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Undifferentiated nasopharyngeal carcinoma, viral encephalitis, herpes zoster generalisatus and varicella in immunocompromised patients.

Limited indication
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Taking anticoagulant medication during therapy.

Dosage and method of use
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0,1 million IE/kg KG 3 times/week i.v.

Undesirable effects
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Interactions
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Like interferon alfa-2a, s. there.

Contraindication
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Pregnancy, lactation, children < 14 years, long-term therapy (> 5 weeks).

Preparations
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Fiblaferon

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Cytokines; Interferon alpha-2a;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020