Pegfilgrastim Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Pegfilgrastim-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Pegfilgrastim brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Pegfilgrastim Pronunciation : peg-fil-GRAS-tim Therapeutic Classification : PsychotherapeuticsBrand Names or Trade Names of Pegfilgrastim
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Neulasta
Why is Pegfilgrastim Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an amino acid, prescribed for decreasing the incidence of infection, drug induced febrile neutropenia (decreased number of neutrophils), in patients who are receiving myelosuppressive anti-cancer drugs.When should Pegfilgrastim not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Pegfilgrastim?
SC- The recommended dosage is 6 mg administered once per chemotherapy cycle.How should Pegfilgrastim be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.What are the warnings and precautions for Pegfilgrastim?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood problems, spleen problems, lung or breathing problems, infection, undergoing chemotherapy, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Patient may experience with a lump, swelling, or bruising at the injection site; if it is so consult with your healthcare provider.
• It should not be used in infants, children or adolescents.
