Hydro-Tussin HG and Peginterferon alfa-2a

• Generic Name: guaifenesin / hydrocodone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Xtrelus

Guaifenesin and hydrocodone combination is used to relieve cough and nasal congestion associated with the common cold.

Hydrocodone is a narcotic antitussive (cough suppressant). It acts directly on the cough center in the brain to relieve cough. Guaifenesin is used to help clear mucus or phlegm from the chest when you have congestion from a cold or flu. It works by thinning the mucus or phlegm in the lungs.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: peginterferon alfa-2a
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Pegasys, Pegasys ProClick Autoinjector, Pegasys Prefilled Syringe

Peginterferon alfa-2a is used to treat chronic hepatitis B or C. peginterferon alfa-2a is also used to treat chronic hepatitis B when the virus begins to damage the liver.

Peginterferon alfa-2a is used to treat hepatitis B in adults and children who are at least 3 years old. Peginterferon alfa-2a is used to treat hepatitis C in adults and children who are at least 5 years old.

Peginterferon alfa-2a is often used in combination with another medicine called ribavirin, or with other medicines to treat hepatitis C.

Peginterferon alfa-2a may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.