Ziextenzo (Pegfilgrastim)
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Product Details
Description
Ziextenzo (pegfilgrastim-bmez) is a medication prescribed to lower the chances of getting infections with a high fever in patients who have certain types of cancer and are receiving strong anti-cancer drugs that can cause a significant chance of severely low neutrophil counts (a certain type of white blood cell) with fever.
Ziextenzo 6 mg/0.6 mL is available in single-dose prefilled syringes for injection underneath the skin.
Fact Table
Formula
C845H1343N223O243S9
License
US FDA
Bioavailability
60-70%
Legal status
Prescription only
Chemical Name
Pegfilgrastim
Elimination half-life
15-80 hours
Dosage (Strength)
6 mg/0.6 mL
Pregnancy
Consult a doctor
Brands
Neulasta, Nyvepria, Ziextenzo, Lapelga
Protein binding
N/A
PubChem CID
91942286
MedlinePlus
a604002
ChEBI
63718
ATC code
L03AA13
DrugBank
DB00019
KEGG
D06464
Routes of administration
Subcutaneous
Directions
Your healthcare provider will determine an appropriate treatment plan for you, including the Ziextenzo dose. You or your caregiver shall also receive training on how to store, prepare, administer, and discard Ziextenzo properly. For further instructions for use, refer to the medication guide that comes with your prescription.
Do not share needles or syringes with others.
Talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Ziextenzo is pegfilgrastim.
Contraindications
Patients with an allergy to pegfilgrastim or filgrastim should not receive Ziextenzo.
Cautions
- Before you begin treatment with Ziextenzo, talk to your healthcare provider about:
- All the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
- Your allergies
- Your current health problems and past medical history
- Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
- Ziextenzo may be associated with causing the following:
- Potentially fatal splenic rupture
- Acute respiratory distress syndrome
- Allergic reactions that may be severe
- Sickle cell crises
- Inflammation and damage to the part of the kidney that filters the blood
- High white blood cell counts
- Low platelet levels
- Capillary leak syndrome
- Tumor growth stimulatory effects on cancerous cells
- Myelodysplastic syndrome and acute myeloid leukemia in patients who have breast and lung cancer
- Inflammation of the aorta
Side Effects
Bone pain and pain in the arms and legs are the most common side effects of Ziextenzo. However, other side effects may also occur. Immediately inform your healthcare provider of side effects that bother you or won’t go away.
You can buy Ziextenzo injection here.
Reference:
Ziextenzo. Princeton, NJ: Sandoz Inc.; 2023.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 14445
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