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Side effect(s) of Pegfilgrastim


Review the side-effects of Pegfilgrastim as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Nausea, fatigue, hair loss, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, fever, loss of appetite, bone pain, headache, taste perversion, indigestion, muscle pain, sleeplessness, abdominal pain, weakness, swelling in the extremities, dizziness, mouth ulcer and fever.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Pegfilgrastim

Pegfilgrastim(Neulasta) generic 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.


Trade Names for Pegfilgrastim

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International :


Neulasta
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