Product Description
Pegstim 6mg Injection is a prescription-only long-acting white blood cell growth factor (G-CSF) containing Pegfilgrastim. It helps the bone marrow make more neutrophils and is used to reduce the risk of infection in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy that can lower white blood cell counts. It must be given under the supervision of a qualified doctor.
Key Benefits
Long-acting growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells (neutrophils)
Reduces the chance of infection in patients receiving chemotherapy
Used to treat and prevent neutropenia (low neutrophil count) after chemotherapy
Single-dose 6mg prefilled syringe for subcutaneous injection
Administered under medical guidance, with a single dose per chemotherapy cycle as decided by the doctor
Key Ingredients & Their Uses
Pegfilgrastim (6mg/0.6ml): a pegylated form of filgrastim that encourages the bone marrow to make more neutrophils, the white blood cells that fight infection, and stays active longer than standard filgrastim.
How to Use
Given as a subcutaneous (under the skin) injection, as directed by your doctor.
Administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer unless your doctor has trained you.
If self-injecting after training, rotate the injection site each time.
Timing around chemotherapy is set by the oncologist.
Do not shake the syringe. If a dose is missed, consult your doctor.
Technical Specifications
Brand: Pegstim
Product Name: Pegstim 6mg Injection
Product Type: Prescription Allopathic Medicine (Leukocyte Growth Factor, Biologic)
Strength: 6mg per 0.6ml
Net Quantity: 1 Prefilled Syringe (0.6ml)
Pack Type: Single-dose prefilled syringe
Storage: 2°C to 8°C (refrigerated), protect from light, do not freeze
Suitable For: Adults, as prescribed by a doctor
Country of Origin: India
Manufacturer: Zydus
