Viferon and Genferon are both medications used for similar purposes, but they have some differences in their composition and mode of action.

Viferon is a medication that contains interferon alpha-2b, an immune system protein that helps the body fight viruses and other pathogens. It is used to treat viral infections such as herpes, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as bacterial infections such as chlamydia and mycoplasma. Viferon is available in several forms, including ointment, gel, and suppositories.

Genferon is also a medication used to treat viral and bacterial infections. However, it contains several active ingredients, including interferon alpha-2b, taurine, and benzocaine. Taurine is an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, while benzocaine is a local anesthetic that can provide pain relief. Genferon is primarily used to treat sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia, ureaplasmosis, and trichomoniasis.

So, while both Viferon and Genferon contain interferon alpha-2b and are used to treat infections, Genferon contains additional ingredients and is primarily used to treat sexually transmitted infections, whereas Viferon is used to treat a broader range of viral and bacterial infections.