Pegfilgrastim
Information about Pegfilgrastim
Pegfilgrastim Uses
Pegfilgrastim is used to prevent infections after chemotherapy.
How Pegfilgrastim works
Pegfilgrastim is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections.
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Common side effects of Pegfilgrastim
Joint pain, Headache, Muscle pain, Back pain, Injection site pain, Hair loss, Fever, Diarrhea, Skeletal pain, Limb pain, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Neck pain
Available Medicine for Pegfilgrastim
PegstimZydus Cadila
₹52401 variant(s)
PeggrafeelDr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
₹33111 variant(s)
PegastaIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹39052 variant(s)
ImupegAbbott
₹69841 variant(s)
PeghealBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries
₹34201 variant(s)
PegexEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹50401 variant(s)
Pegg TrustPanacea Biotec Pharma Ltd
₹49921 variant(s)
Lupifil PLupin Ltd
₹4172 to ₹59942 variant(s)
PeglastZuventus Healthcare Ltd
₹64001 variant(s)
Peg XphilSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹63341 variant(s)
Expert advice for Pegfilgrastim
- Pegfilgrastim reduces the risk of infection in people treated with chemotherapy.
- It is usually given as a daily injection into the tissue just under the skin or into the vein.
- You will normally receive your first dose at least 24 hours after your chemotherapy or bone marrow transplant.
- Store it in the refrigerator, protect it from light, and don't shake it.
- For a more comfortable injection, leave the syringe at room temperature for 30 minutes before using it.
- Pain or redness in the area of injection is common. Let your doctor know if you notice a lump, swelling, or bruising that doesn't go away.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Pegfilgrastim may cause dizziness.
- Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the number of blood cells in your blood, and your bone density level while you are receiving treatment with this medicine.
- Stop taking Pegfilgrastim and inform your doctor if you have a fever, shortness of breath, fast rate of breathing or trouble breathing.