Interferon, Gamma (Actimmune)

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Interferon, Gamma (Systemic)

Brand Names : Actimmune

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Description

Gamma interferon (GAM-a in-ter-FEER-on) is a synthetic (man-made) version of a substance naturally produced by cells in the body to help fight infections and tumors. Gamma interferon is used to treat chronic granulomatous disease and osteopetrosis.

Gamma interferon is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:

Parenteral

Injection (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

Actimmune

† Not commercially available in Canada.

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Interferon, Gamma (Systemic)

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