Peg Xphil 6mg Injection

Let us guide you through the essential information about Peg Xphil 6mg Injection. This page details its approved uses, provides clear instructions on how to use it, outlines potential side effects you should be aware of, and highlights important warnings and precautions. Remember, the information here is a supplement to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice regarding Peg Xphil 6mg Injection.

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Salt Combination: Pegfilgrastim (6mg)
Brand: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Uses: Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy

Description

Peg Xphil 6mg Injection is used to prevent infections after chemotherapy
It is a growth factor that stimulates bone marrow to produce white blood cells
These cells protect the body against infections
Peg Xphil 6mg Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional
You should continue to take as long as your doctor advises for it
The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment
You might be asked for regular tests done to check the number of blood cells in your blood and your bone density level while you are taking this medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include bone pain, joint pain, headache, nausea, and muscle pain
Other than this, pain or redness at the site of injection is common
But, inform your doctor if you notice a lump, swelling, or bruising that does not go away
It might not prevent you from all kinds of infection, hence inform your doctor if you notice fever, chills, shortness of breath, sore throat, and swelling around the face or neck.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using
This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy
You must avoid driving or attention-seeking activity if you experience dizziness after taking this medicine.

Cautions

Liver:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Peg Xphil 6mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Peg Xphil 6mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Peg Xphil 6mg Injection is recommended.
Driving:	SAFE: Peg Xphil 6mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Peg Xphil 6mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Peg Xphil 6mg 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.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Peg Xphil 6mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF)
Therapeutic class:	ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor

Uses

Uses of Peg Xphil 6mg Injection

In Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy Peg Xphil 6mg 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.