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Pegfilgrastim is used to reduce the incidence of infection during chemotherapy by boosting the production of neutrophils. Its long-acting formulation ensures sustained action with a single dose per chemotherapy cycle.
No known interactions; consult your doctor.
Safe for use in kidney impairment; no dose adjustment is typically needed.
No known interactions; consult your doctor.
No significant effects; avoid if experiencing fatigue or dizziness.
Use only if clearly needed and prescribed by a doctor.
Consult your doctor; it is unclear if the drug passes into breast milk.
Pegfilgrastim is a long-acting granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF). It stimulates the bone marrow to produce more neutrophils, reducing the duration of neutropenia and the risk of infection. .
As it is administered by healthcare professionals, ensure you do not miss a scheduled dose. Consult your doctor if a dose is missed.
Neutropenia: A condition characterized by an abnormally low count of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, often caused by chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Neutropenia increases the risk of infections.
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