How do I get pegylated interferon combination therapy?
Pegylated-interferon is used in combination with Ribavirin (except in patients who are intolerant to Ribavirin). Generally speaking, for access to treatment that involves interferon, you need to obtain a detailed assessment by a specialist. Together with your Specialist, you then need to decide on whether or not to have a liver biopsy (except for people with blood coagulation disorders), to determine: * The amount of inflammation in your liver. * The amount of fibrosis, or scarring, there may be in your liver. * The presence of any other liver disease. * Your suitability for treatment. Liver Biopsy is no longer a mandatory requirement for access to Government-subsidised treatment. Deciding on having a liver biopsy is a matter for an informed decision by the patient and Specialist together. You should speak with your Specialist about the benefits and risks of liver biopsies. Criteria for Subsidised Pegylated Interferon Combination Therapy (Pegylated Interferon and Ribavirin) Subsidised
