Search
for

    Did you mean Interferon-alpha?
    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.

    Related Terms

    Research 10 of 1000+

    1. Interferon alfa-2a in the treatment of cutaneous T cell lymphoma Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 1989 · 209 citations
    2. Interferon in the treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma Dermatologic Therapy · 2003 · 107 citations
    3. Concomitant Vitiligo and Psoriasis in a Patient Treated with Interferon Alfa‐2a for Chronic Hepatitis B Infection Pediatric Dermatology · 2004 · 60 citations
    4. Reversible alopecia universalis secondary to PEG-interferon ??-2b and ribavirin combination therapy in a patient with chronic hepatitis C virus infection European Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology · 2007 · 41 citations
    5. High dose interferon treatment in chronic hepatitis C. Gut · 1993 · 36 citations
    6. Alopecia areata during Interferon Alpha-2b/Ribavirin Therapy Dermatology · 2002 · 35 citations
    7. Lichen planus and other cutaneous manifestations in chronic hepatitis C: pre- and post-interferon-based treatment prevalence vary in a cohort of patients from low hepatitis C virus endemic area Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 2008 · 34 citations
    8. Reversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment with PEG-Interferon and Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C Journal of Chemotherapy · 2005 · 27 citations
    9. INTERFERONS IN DERMATOLOGY Dermatologic Clinics · 1998 · 22 citations
    10. Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease occurring during pegylated interferon-α2b and ribavirin combination therapy for chronic hepatitis C The Korean Journal of Hepatology · 2011 · 17 citations
    All research results →

    Community 10 of 11

    1. Does Apple cider vinegar interfere with oral minoxidil or finasteride? Reddit · 19 May 2025
    2. Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video Reddit · 6 Jul 2024
    3. Dutasteride and TRT study indicates improvement in aging male symptoms and no difference between placebo group and dutasteride group Reddit · 4 Aug 2026
    4. How do you guys apply min with an intensive skin care routine? Reddit · 6 Mar 2019
    5. Thinking about adding PRP - any real downsides? Reddit · 30 Oct 2025
    6. Should I Get Blood Tests to Verify That DUT Is Working? And Is There an Interaction with Quercetin? Reddit · 20 Nov 2024
    7. Can Pyrilutamide use stopp Minoxidil gains Reddit · 6 Apr 2024
    8. 41M – On Finasteride 16 years with great results, now seeing temporal loss. Meds wearing off? Time to switch things up? Community · 11 Sept 2025
    9. Best scalp serums while on minoxidil and can they contain caffeine? Reddit · 14 Oct 2025
    10. Can creatine interfere with minoxidil and microneedeling? Community · 12 Jul 2024
    All community results →

    Learn 3

    1. Biotin B vitamin, often sold as a hair supplement
    2. Tofacitinib JAK inhibitor pill, an immune-system drug
    3. Neem Oil Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies