USES OF PEGASTA INJECTION

• Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy

BENEFITS OF PEGASTA INJECTION

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 OF PEGASTA INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pegasta

• Bone pain
• Joint pain
• Headache
• Nausea
• Low blood platelets
• Muscle pain
• Back pain
• Pain in extremities
• Injection site pain

HOW TO USE PEGASTA INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW PEGASTA INJECTION WORKS

Pegasta Injection is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections. .

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pegasta Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT 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. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pegasta Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Pegasta Injection is recommended.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Pegasta Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.