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Interferon alfa-2a how supplied
Introduction
How Supplied
How Supplied
Single Use Prefilled Syringes
(for subcutaneous administration)
3 million IU Roferon-A per syringe — Each 0.5 mL contains 3 MIU of Interferon alfa-2a, recombinant, 3.605 mg sodium chloride, 0.1 mg polysorbate 80, 5 mg benzyl alcohol as a preservative and 0.385 mg ammonium acetate. Boxes of 1 (NDC 0004-2015-09); Boxes of 6 (NDC 0004-2015-07).
6 million IU Roferon-A per syringe — Each 0.5 mL contains 6 MIU of Interferon alfa-2a, recombinant, 3.605 mg sodium chloride, 0.1 mg polysorbate 80, 5 mg benzyl alcohol as a preservative and 0.385 mg ammonium acetate. Boxes of 1 (NDC 0004-2016-09); Boxes of 6 (NDC 0004-2016-07).
9 million IU Roferon-A per syringe — Each 0.5 mL contains 9 MIU of Interferon alfa-2a, recombinant, 3.605 mg sodium chloride, 0.1 mg polysorbate 80, 5 mg benzyl alcohol as a preservative and 0.385 mg ammonium acetate. Boxes of 1 (NDC 0004-2017-09); Boxes of 6 (NDC 0004-2017-07).
Storage
The prefilled syringe should be stored in the refrigerator at 36° to 46°F (2° to 8°C). Do not freeze or shake. Protect Roferon-A from light during storage.[1]
References
References
- ↑ “ROFERON-A (INTERFERON ALFA-2A) INJECTION, SOLUTION [ROCHE PHARMACEUTICALS]”. Retrieved 9 January 2014.
Adapted from the FDA Package Insert.
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