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Evaluation of Satisfaction in Patients Receiving PegIntron Pen / Rebetol for Hepatitis C
In Brief
An observational study evaluating PegIntron (peginterferon alfa-2b; SCH 54031) pen and Rebetol (ribavirin; SCH 18908) for Hepatitis C, Chronic and Hepatitis C. Completed, enrolled 185 participants.
Detailed Summary
The objective of this study is to evaluate patient satisfaction in hepatitis C patients receiving PegIntron pen plus Rebetol. The rationale is that the effectiveness of treatment is correlated with adherence to the prescribed regimen which, in turn, is affected by the ease of use and accuracy of treatment administration. Since the PegIntron pen is a novel device, the results of this study will be used to improve the training of patients and healthcare providers in PegIntron pen use.
Study Details
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Interventions
PegIntron pen administered in accordance with approved labeling
Rebetol administered in accordance with approved labeling.