Pegg Trust Information

Pegg Trust is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Neutropenia.

The correct dosage of Pegg Trust depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Pegg Trust also has some side effects, the most common being Chills, Cough, Fever. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pegg Trust can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Pegg Trust 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 Pegg Trust is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pegg Trust's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pegg Trust related warnings section.

Pegg Trust is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Blood Cancer, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Pegg Trust contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Pegg Trust may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Pegg Trust, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Pegg Trust Benefits & Uses

Pegg Trust is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Neutropenia

Pegg Trust 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

Pegg Trust Related Warnings

Is the use of Pegg Trust safe for pregnant women?

Pegg Trust may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Pegg Trust, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Pegg Trust safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Pegg Trust in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pegg Trust on the Kidneys?

Pegg Trust rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pegg Trust on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Pegg Trust on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pegg Trust on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Pegg Trust. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Pegg Trust with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Pegg Trust Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pegg Trust 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 Pegg Trust

Is this Pegg Trust habit forming or addictive?

Pegg Trust does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Pegg Trust since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Pegg Trust is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Pegg Trust cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Pegg Trust Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pegg Trust

There is no information on the effects of taking Pegg Trust with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pegg Trust

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pegg Trust with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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