A patient with hepatitis has a prescription for alpha interferon. Which manifestation would indicate that the patient is experiencing an untoward effect of this medication?

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Flulike syndrome is a common side effect of alpha interferon. Jaundice, gallbladder pain, and clay-colored stools are all symptoms of hepatitis itself and may not necessarily be an untoward effect of the medication.

A Patient with Hepatitis Has a Prescription for Alpha Interferon