Peginterferon, Alfa-2a

Trade name

Pegasys

Strength

Prefilled syringe:

135 microgram/0.5 mL

180 microgram/0.5 mL

IV administration

Never administer intravenously.

Other routes of administration

IM: Not recommended.

SC: Suitable. Give SC into the abdomen or thigh. Do not shake. Remove from refrigerator, allow to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before injecting.

Additional information

Observe closely for anaphylactic reactions.

Use with caution in neonates; contains benzyl alcohol which has been linked with ‘gasping syndrome’.

Solution should be clear and colourless to light yellow.

Refrigerate, do not freeze.

Protect from light during storage.

Potentially hazardous medication: may require special handling precautions; refer to RCH safe Handling of Hazardous Medicines Procedure or relevant local guideline.