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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 2:46 PM IST
Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection belongs to the class of medicine called hematopoietic agents used in the treatment of neutropenia. It helps reduce the chances of infection in cancer patients by stimulating the formation of white blood cells. Common side effects include nausea, headaches, bone pain, pain in the extremity, and injection site reactions.
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Composition :

PEGFILGRASTIM-6MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection

Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection belongs to the class of medicine called 'hematopoietic agent' used to treat neutropenia, a deficiency of specific white blood cells caused by cancer, bone marrow transplant, chemotherapy, or other diseases. Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection helps reduce the chance of infection in cancer patients and those receiving chemotherapy medicines. Neutropenia is a condition in which the quantity of neutrophils (white blood cells) in the blood is reduced.

Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection contains 'Pegfilgrastim,' a growth factor that stimulates the formation of white blood cells and helps reduce the chances of infection in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.

Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Sometimes, you may experience injection site responses such as pain, redness, or swelling. You may also experience nausea, headaches, bone pain and pain in the extremity. Most of these side effects do not necessitate medical treatment and will gradually fade over time. However, if you suffer these side effects regularly, you should consult your doctor.

Do not use Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection without the doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using the Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you suffer from renal dysfunction, blood cancer, or leucocytosis (high white blood cell count). Regular blood tests are recommended to check the number of white blood cells in the body. Keep your doctor informed about your medical condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection

Treatment of Neutropenia

Medicinal Benefits

Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection contains 'Pegfilgrastim,' which is a growth factor. It belongs to the cytokine family of proteins and is extremely similar to a natural protein (granulocyte-colony stimulating factor) produced by the body. Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection acts by encouraging the bone marrow to generate more white blood cells, aiding infection resistance. Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection is used to boost white blood cell count following cancer treatment or chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, severe persistent neutropenia, neutropenia in HIV patients, and before stem cell donation.

Side Effects of Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection

  • Nausea
  • Headaches
  • Bone pain
  • Pain in extremity
  • Pain at the site of injection

Directions for Use

Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not use Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection without the doctor's advice if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you are suffering from renal dysfunction, blood cancer, leucocytosis (high white blood cell count). Keep your doctor informed about your medical condition and all the medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects. Regular blood tests will be taken to monitor the number of white blood cells in the body. Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection is a cold chain medicine, and so it has to be stored in the refrigerator between 2-8 degrees Celsius else its efficacy might get lost.

Therapeutic Class

HEMATOPOIETIC

Drug-Drug Interactions

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No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Consume a well-balanced and healthy food to aid in your recovery.
  • Avoid eating processed food or frozen food. 
  • Consume antioxidant-rich foods such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, and so on.
  • Flavonoid-rich foods aid in the reduction of inflammation. Soy, berries, broccoli, grapes, and green tea are examples.
  • Limit or quit the consumption of alcohol.
  • Quit smoking.

Habit Forming

No

How Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection Works

Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection contains 'Pegfilgrastim,' a growth factor that stimulates the formation of white blood cells and helps reduce the chances of infection in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.

What if I have taken an overdose of Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include bone pain, swelling, and shortness of breath. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.
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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown whether consuming alcohol with Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection is safe. However, as a precaution, it is best to avoid or limit alcohol consumption.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Pregnancy Category C. It should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed, and the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection passes into the breast milk. Please seek medical advice from your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection .

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

The ability to drive or utilize machines is unaffected by Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection .

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Liver

Caution

Consult your doctor if you have liver problems.

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Kidney

Caution

Caution should be exercised while using Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection in patients with renal dysfunction. Monitoring of patients with renal dysfunction is recommended.

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
Other Info - FIL0024

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FAQs

Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection belongs to the class of medicine called 'hematopoietic agent' used to treat neutropenia, a deficiency of specific white blood cells caused by cancer, bone marrow transplant, chemotherapy, or other diseases.
Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection contains 'Pegfilgrastim,' which is a growth factor that stimulates the formation of white blood cells and helps to reduce the chances of infection in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.
This medication should not be used in individuals who have a known allergy to filgrastim, pegfilgrastim, or any of the inactive components present in it.
Yes, Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection may interfere with certain lab tests, such as bone imaging and blood testing, potentially resulting in incorrect test findings. Make sure your doctor and laboratory personnel are aware that you take Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection .
Fillif Peg 6 mg Injection may sometimes cause capillary leak syndrome, a condition that causes blood leakage from small blood vessels. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice difficulty breathing, swelling, a feeling of fullness, and tiredness.

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