Pegaspargase
Information about Pegaspargase
Pegaspargase Uses
Pegaspargase is used in the treatment of blood cancer (acute lymphocytic leukemia) and Hodgkin’s disease.
How Pegaspargase works
Pegaspargase stops the growth of cancer cells.
Common side effects of Pegaspargase
Increased glucose level in blood, Low albumin level in blood, Increased transaminase level in blood, Febrile neutropenia, Increased triglyceride level in blood, Increased bilirubin in the blood, Thromboembolic events, Hypersensitivity, Pancreatic inflammation, Clotting disorder
Available Medicine for Pegaspargase
HamsylEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹543001 variant(s)
Peg L-AparaginSamarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
₹349001 variant(s)
PegizexHalsted Pharma Private Limited
₹396001 variant(s)
Peg LasgenAdley Formulations
₹323941 variant(s)
GesparGLS Pharma Ltd.
₹240301 variant(s)
CancrinaseMankind Pharma Ltd
₹221001 variant(s)
Expert advice for Pegaspargase
- Pegaspargase is given as an injection into vein or muscle under the supervision of a doctor.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count, blood sugar level and liver function.
- Inform your doctor if you experience rash, itching, swelling, hives, shortness of breath, fast heart beat and drop in blood pressure.