Pegasta Information

Pegasta is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Neutropenia.

The right dosage of Pegasta depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Pegasta include Chills, Cough, Fever. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pegasta as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Pegasta are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pegasta is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Pegasta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Blood Cancer, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Pegasta since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Pegasta have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Pegasta may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Pegasta is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Pegasta Benefits & Uses
Pegasta Dosage & How to Take
Pegasta Side Effects
Pegasta Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pegasta with Other Drugs
Pegasta Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pegasta
Pegasta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pegasta Benefits & Uses

Pegasta is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Neutropenia

Pegasta Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: once per chemotherapy cycle, beginning at least 24 hours after completion of chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: once per chemotherapy cycle, beginning at least 24 hours after completion of chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: once per chemotherapy cycle, beginning at least 24 hours after completion of chemotherapy, weighing 45 kg or more
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Infants and Children weighing 10 to 20 kg
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Neonates and Infants weighing less than 10 kg

Pegasta Related Warnings

Is the use of Pegasta safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Pegasta. It is best to stop taking Pegasta immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Pegasta safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Pegasta in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Pegasta is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pegasta on the Kidneys?

Pegasta rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pegasta on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Pegasta on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pegasta on the Heart?

Pegasta may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Pegasta with Other Drugs

Pegasta should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Pegasta Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pegasta unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Sickle Cell Crisis
Blood Cancer
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Sickle Cell Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pegasta

Is this Pegasta habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pegasta.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Pegasta as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pegasta only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Pegasta is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Pegasta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pegasta

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Pegasta and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pegasta

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pegasta with alcohol.

Unknown