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Meaning of SCH 54031: A drug used to treat hepatitis C infections.

Definition of SCH 54031

A drug used to treat hepatitis C infections. It is also being studied in the treatment and prevention of cancer. SCH 54031 is a cytokine that is modified in the laboratory. It is a type of biological response modifier. Also called PEG-interferon alfa-2b and PEG-Intron.

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