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Pegfeel Injection

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 09 Nov 2024 | 01:10 AM (IST)
Pegfeel Injection is used to prevent infections after chemotherapy. It is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections.
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General Information

Contains

Granulocyte Colony Stimulating Factor (6mg)

Marketer

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
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Product introduction

Pegfeel 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 to get 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, weakness, joint pain, headache, and rash. 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, rash, 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.

Uses of Pegfeel Injection

  • Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy

Benefits of Pegfeel Injection

Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy
Pegfeel 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 Pegfeel 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 Pegfeel
  • Bone pain
  • Weakness
  • Joint pain
  • Rash
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Back pain
  • Pain in extremities
  • Increased white blood cell count
  • Muscle pain
  • Increased lactate dehydrogenase level in blood
  • Low blood platelets
  • Injection site pain
  • Increased uric acid level in blood
  • Oropharyngeal pain
  • Hair loss
  • Fatigue
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Diarrhea
  • Decreased appetite
  • Constipation
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Pegfeel Injection

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

How Pegfeel Injection works

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

Quick tips

  • Pegfeel Injection reduces the risk of infection in people treated with chemotherapy.
  • It is usually given as a daily injection into the tissue just under the skin or into the vein. 
  • You will normally receive your first dose at least 24 hours after your chemotherapy or bone marrow transplant.
  • Store it in the refrigerator, protect it from light, and don't shake it.
  • For a more comfortable injection, leave the syringe at room temperature for 30 minutes before using it.
  • Pain or redness in the area of injection is common. Let your doctor know if you notice a lump, swelling, or bruising that doesn't go away.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Pegfeel Injection may cause dizziness.
  • Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the number of blood cells in your blood, and your bone density level while you are receiving treatment with this medicine.
  • Stop taking Pegfeel Injection and inform your doctor if you have a fever, shortness of breath, fast rate of breathing or trouble breathing.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pegfeel Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pegfeel 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

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pegfeel 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

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Pegfeel Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pegfeel Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pegfeel Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cytokine Glycoprotein

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF)

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

  1. Masters SB. Agents Used in Anemias; Hematopoetic Growth Factors. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 581-82.
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Cancer Research Uk. Granulocyte Colony Stimulating Factor. [Accessed 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., Village Malpur, P.O.Bhud, Baddi, Dist. Solan, H.P.

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