Interferonogen

Interferonogen is a substance that induces the synthesis of interferons in the cells of the body.

Interferons are cytokines with antiviral, immunomodulatory and antitumor activities. They are synthesized by cells in response to the introduction of viruses, bacteria, protozoa, as well as under the influence of some synthetic and natural substances. Such substances are called interferonogens.

Interferonogens include double-stranded RNA, polyribonucleotides, bacterial lipopolysaccharides, synthetic polymers, phytohemagglutinin and other compounds. They activate the synthesis of interferons through interaction with receptors on the surface of cells.

Induction of interferons by interferonogens is one of the key mechanisms of antiviral defense. In addition, interferonogens are used in medicine for the treatment of viral diseases, hepatitis, and multiple sclerosis. Interferonogen drugs stimulate the immune system and have an antitumor effect.

What are interferonogens

In medicine, interferons are used to prevent and treat viral infections. Antibiotics kill only “simple” bacteria, and these drugs are ineffective against viruses. Among the causative agents of influenza or chickenpox, there are many weak strains that “eat up