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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.
First product
vsINTRON A
Second product
BESREMI
This comparison shows regulatory facts from Health Canada. It does not determine whether these products are interchangeable — ask your pharmacist before switching.
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| INTRON A | BESREMI | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MERCK CANADA INC | FORUS THERAPEUTICS INC. |
| Active ingredient | INTERFERON ALFA-2B | ROPEGINTERFERON ALFA-2B |
| Strength | 50000000UNIT | 500MCG |
| Dosage form | LIQUID | Solution |
| Route | SUBCUTANEOUS | Subcutaneous |
| Health Canada status | Cancelled Post Market | Marketed |
| Shortage status | Permanently Discontinued | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | None on file | None on file |
Different active ingredientDifferent strengthDifferent dosage formSame route