Interferon alfacon-1

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Interferon alfacon-1 (pronounced as in-ter-FEER-on AL-fa-kon-1) is a type of biopharmaceutical used in the treatment of certain medical conditions such as hepatitis C. It is a synthetic form of interferon, a group of proteins produced by the body's cells as a defensive response to viruses, bacteria, parasites, and tumor cells.

Etymology

The term "Interferon alfacon-1" is derived from the type of interferon it is based on (interferon alpha) and the method of its production (recombinant DNA technology, indicated by the "con-1").

Usage

Interferon alfacon-1 is used primarily in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C, a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver. It is often used in combination with other medications, such as ribavirin, to improve treatment outcomes.

Mechanism of Action

Interferon alfacon-1 works by stimulating the body's immune system to fight off viral infections. It interferes with the replication of viruses within the body's cells, slowing down the spread of the infection.

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