How is AMAR’s interferon different?
Natural human interferon alpha is administered into the oral cavity in low doses (150 to 500 IU) as a small tablet (lozenge) that is allowed to dissolve in the mouth. Interferon binds to surface (mucosal) cells in the mouth and throat resulting in stimulation of immune mechanisms. Interferon is part of the first line of protection against infectious disease. Orally delivered interferon has been shown to activate hundreds of immune system genes in the peripheral blood of man, cattle, and mice. Human studies have shown that oral interferon is effective against viral and autoimmune diseases. Since oral interferon is administered in doses 10 thousand times less than doses given by injection, side effects are essentially eliminated. (image here) AMAR’S PRODUCT Once FDA approved, oral interferon should be more widely prescribed than injectable interferon. AMAR’s oral route of administration of interferon: 1) is given in low doses, 2) is convenient, and is easy to administer, and 3) causes al