Interferon Therapy for Cancer, Hepatitis Can Cause Depression: University of Maryland Scientists Say Side Effects Can Be Treated
University of Maryland, BaltimoreInterferon-alpha is used to treat several kinds of cancers. It is also effective against hepatitis B and C. However, interferon-alpha can cause central nervous system side-effects, includimg depression, slowed thinking and memory impairment. Fortunately, these side-effects can be treated successfully.