Drug guide

Interferon Alfacon-1

Interferon ( in-ter-FEER-on) is a substance naturally produced in cells in the body to help fight infections. There also are synthetic (man-made) versions of this substance, such as Interferon Alfacon-1. Interferon Alfacon-1 is used to treat hepatitis C, a type of infection of the liver, in adults who also have other types of liver disease. Interferon Alfacon-1 is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Parenteral Injection (U.S.)

Brand names:
- Infergen
- Interferon Alfacon-1