Pegfilgrastim (Systemic)
Brand Names : Neulasta
Category- Hematopoietic stimulant
or
- antineutropenic
DescriptionPegfilgrastim( peg-FILL-grass-tim)
is a substance called a Colony Stimulating
Factor. These substances, are synthetic (man-made) versions of substances
naturally produced in your body which help the bone marrow to make new white
blood cells.
Certain medicines affect those white blood cells in your body that fight
infection. To help prevent infections when these medicines are used, colony
stimulating factors may be given.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form:
Parenteral
-
Injection (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
† Not commercially available in Canada.
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