Anaferon is a medication that belongs to the group of anti-cancer drugs and acts on the immune system. It is important to understand how to use it properly; let’s explore this in the article below.
Important Information About Anaferon
Anaferon contains the active ingredient, antibodies against Interferon gamma, which helps combat viruses. The medication is formulated as a sublingual tablet with a dosage of 3mg. This is a prescription medication and should only be used under a doctor’s recommendation.
Uses of Anaferon
- Prevention and treatment of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza.
- Adjunctive treatment for herpes virus infections, including cold sores, genital herpes, infectious mononucleosis, and chickenpox.
- Adjunctive treatment and prevention of relapses in chronic herpes virus infections, including cold sores and genital herpes.
- Used alongside Anaferon in the treatment of bacterial infections.
- Secondary immune deficiency due to various causes, including prevention and treatment of superinfections caused by viruses and bacteria.
Dosage Instructions for Anaferon
Dosage
The medication is suitable for children from 1 month old with the following dosage:
Upper respiratory infections, influenza, neuritis, intestinal infections, herpes virus infections: In the first 2 hours, administer 1 Anaferon tablet every 30 minutes. After that, continue with 3 tablets per day for the first day of treatment. From the second day onward, take 1 tablet three times daily until full recovery.
For preventive purposes during an epidemic, take 1 tablet daily for a duration of 1 to 3 months.
Acute genital herpes: For the first 1-3 days, take 1 tablet 8 times a day, then reduce to 1 tablet 4 times a day for at least 3 weeks.
For prevention of recurrences in chronic herpes virus infections, take 1 tablet daily. The preventive period may extend up to 6 months, depending on specific circumstances.
Treatment and prevention in cases of immune deficiency, in conjunction with bacterial infection treatments: take 1 tablet daily.
Anaferon can be used for children simultaneously with antiviral medications and other symptomatic treatments as necessary.
Anaferon Medication.
How to Use
Take 1 tablet at a time (dissolve the tablet completely in the mouth, do not take with meals). For young children (from 1 month to 3 years old), dissolve the tablet in a small amount of drinking water (about 1 tablespoon) at room temperature.
Side Effects of Anaferon
Within the recommended dosage guidelines, no side effects have been reported.
Drug Interactions with Anaferon
There have been no reports of interactions with other medications. Anaferon can be used for children concurrently with antiviral, antibacterial, and other symptomatic medications as necessary.
Contraindications for Anaferon
The medication is contraindicated in individuals who are hypersensitive to any component of the drug.
Precautions When Using Anaferon
Due to a lack of data on safety and efficacy, Anaferon should not be used for infants under 1 month old.
The medication contains lactose. Individuals with rare genetic disorders such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not use this medication.
No dosage adjustment is needed for patients with liver or kidney impairment.
If you suspect an overdose, stop using the medication and immediately seek medical attention.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is close to the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the next dose as planned. Do not double the prescribed dose.
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