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Overview
PEGFILGRASTIM is a Schedule H drug.Pegfilgrastim is a man-made form of a protein that stimulates the growth of white blood cells in your body. White blood cells help your body fight against infection. Pegfilgrastim is used to prevent neutropenia (a lack of certain white blood cells) that is caused by receiving chemotherapy.
Usage
PEGFILGRASTIM is generally used to treat: NeutropeniaFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients withCommon Side-Effects
PEGFILGRASTIM : Chills, Cough, Fever, Throat Soreness, Mouth Soreness, White SpotsSerious Side-Effects
PEGFILGRASTIM : Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Difficulty Breathing, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Decreased Urination, Fatigue (tiredness)Rare Side-Effects
PEGFILGRASTIM : Abdomen Pain, Shoulder Pain, Dizziness, Face Swelling, Chest DiscomfortDisease Interactions
PEGFILGRASTIM can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, LeukocytosisTechnical Classification
PEGFILGRASTIM is categorized as: COLONY STIMULATING FACTORS / IMMUNOSTIMULANTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with PEGFILGRASTIM as Ingredient
FILLIF PEG 6MG PREFILLED SYPINGE | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
IMUPEG 6MG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6 MG |
LUPIFIL P 6MG PREFILLED SYPINGE | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
NEULASTIM 6MG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
NEUPEG 6MG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
NEUPEG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6 MG |
PEG GRAFEEL 6 MG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6 MG |
PEGASTA 6 MG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6 MG |
PEGASTA 6MG PREFILLED SYPINGE | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
PEGEX 6MG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
PEGEX INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6 MG |
PEGG TRUST INJ 6MG | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
PEGGRAFEEL 6MG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
PEGSTIM 6MG PREFILLED SYPINGE | PEGFILGRASTIM 6.0 MG |
PREGASTA 6MG INJ | PEGFILGRASTIM 6 MG |