Imualfa 1.6mg Injection
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Product introduction
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.
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.
Uses of Imualfa Injection
Benefits of Imualfa Injection
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.
Side effects of Imualfa 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 Imualfa
- Hypotonia (decreased muscle tone)
- Joint pain
- Skin rash
How to use Imualfa Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Imualfa Injection works
Imualfa 1.6mg Injection boosts the immunity by increasing the activity of cells which have a protective function.
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.
What if you forget to take Imualfa Injection?
If you miss a dose of Imualfa 1.6mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Imualfa 1.6mg Injection is given as an injection under the skin by the healthcare professional.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check for liver function while taking this medicine.
- The medicine should be stored at 2°C–8°C. Do not freeze.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Peptides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Biological response modifier- Thymosin alpha
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- ScienceDirect. Thymosin alpha. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Thymosin. Italy: SciClone Pharmaceuticals International Ltd. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Address: Alniche Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., S-14, 2nd Floor, Janta Market Rajouri Garden, New Delhi – 110 027
Country of origin: India
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