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Glossary Interferon-alpha

protein that boosts immune response against viruses and cancer

Interferon-alpha (IFN-α) is a type of protein produced by the body's immune system in response to viral infections. It helps to inhibit viral replication and modulate the immune response, making it a crucial component in the body's defense against pathogens. Clinically, IFN-α is used in the treatment of various conditions, including certain types of cancer and viral infections like hepatitis C.

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Alopecia Areata During Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy

research Alopecia areata during Interferon Alpha-2b/Ribavirin Therapy

35 citations , January 2002 in “Dermatology”

This article discusses alopecia areata occurring during Interferon Alpha-2b/Ribavirin therapy and reports no new clinical results.

research Predictive factors for adverse dermatological events during pegylated/interferon alpha and ribavirin treatment for hepatitis C

11 citations , April 2014 in “Journal of Clinical Virology”

This study found that dermatological adverse events from interferon-alpha/ribavirin treatment for chronic hepatitis C are associated with factors like older age, pre-existing skin conditions, cirrhosis, and the use of pegylated interferon formulations.

Exacerbation of Alopecia Areata During Pegylated Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy, Possibly Due to the Collapse of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege

research Exacerbation of alopecia areata during pegylated interferon alpha-2b and ribavirin therapy, possibly due to the collapse of hair follicle immune privilege

10 citations , September 2014 in “European Journal of Dermatology”

This case report describes a 29-year-old woman with longstanding alopecia areata who experienced improvement in her scalp hair loss after 7 years of topical treatment with squaric acid dibutylester.

Interferon Alpha 2B Treatment and Hair Loss in Malignant Melanoma Patients

research Interferon alpha 2B

May 1992 in “Reactions Weekly”

Some patients lost hair after taking interferon alpha 2B, but it improved for some while still on the treatment and for others after stopping it.

research Clinical Characteristics and Factors Associated with Hair Loss Severity in Chronic Hepatitis B Patients Receiving Pegylated Interferon-Alpha: A Retrospective Cohort Study

August 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

In this study, pegylated interferon alpha therapy was independently associated with more severe hair loss, particularly acute telogen effluvium, in chronic hepatitis B patients with alopecia, compared to nucleos(t)ide analog therapy, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and counseling, especially for younger female patients.

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