Prevention of Infections after chemotherapyPrevention of Infections after chemotherapy
In Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy Pegasta Injection increases the production of white blood cells by stimulating the immune system in our body. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. This medicine is really effective and must be used under medical supervision. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.In Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy Pegasta Injection increases the production of white blood cells by stimulating the immune system in our body. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. This medicine is really effective and must be used under medical supervision. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.
Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.
Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Pegasta Injection is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections. .Pegasta Injection is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections. .
Alcohol
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Pegasta Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Pegasta Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Pregnancy
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Pegasta Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: Pegasta Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.
Breast feeding
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Pegasta Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Pegasta Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE - Pegasta Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.SAFE - Pegasta Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Pegasta Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Pegasta Injection is recommended.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Pegasta Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Pegasta Injection is recommended.
Liver
Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Pegasta Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Pegasta Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Pegasta Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.If a dose of Pegasta Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Manufacturer Address
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Frequently asked questions
How does Pegasta Injection work?
Pegasta Injection stimulates hematopoietic cells in the bone marrow to increase the production of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell.
What is Pegasta Injection and how is it administered?
Pegasta Injection is a colony stimulating factor that reduces the risk of infections and chemotherapy side effects, but it does not treat cancer. It is given as a subcutaneous injection (under the skin) 24 hours after chemotherapy, either by a healthcare professional or by self-injection at home after training.
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