NIOPEG
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Active Ingredient: PEGFILGRASTIM
Product Overview
About NIOPEG
NIOPEG is a medication containing the active ingredient PEGFILGRASTIM, a recombinant human granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) analog. It is used to stimulate the production of white blood cells, specifically neutrophils and monocytes, in patients undergoing chemotherapy or bone marrow transplantation.
Key Benefits & Uses
- Reduces the incidence and severity of febrile neutropenia (a complication of chemotherapy) in patients with non-myeloid malignancies.
- Supports the recovery of neutrophil counts in patients with non-myeloid malignancies receiving myelosuppressive chemotherapy.
- Helps to reduce the duration of neutropenia and the need for antibiotic therapy in patients with non-myeloid malignancies.
Active Ingredient & Action
PEGFILGRASTIM works by binding to the GM-CSF receptor on the surface of hematopoietic cells, stimulating the proliferation and differentiation of these cells into mature white blood cells. This helps to restore the body's natural defense against infection and inflammation.
Important Notes
NIOPEG should only be used under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional. It is essential to follow the recommended dosing schedule and to report any adverse reactions or concerns to your doctor. PEGFILGRASTIM can cause bone pain, muscle pain, and fatigue, among other side effects. Patients with a history of hypersensitivity reactions to GM-CSF or other recombinant proteins should not use NIOPEG.
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