Pegfilgrastim (Systemic)

Brand Names : Neulasta

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Some of the side effects listed below may be caused by your cancer or by the cancer medicines that you are also receiving.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More Common

Fever; granulocytopenia, including chills; cough; fever; sore throat; ulcers; sores, or white spots in mouth

Rare

Shortness of breath; tightness in chest; troubled breathing; or wheezing; bluish lips or skin; pain, left upper abdomen or shoulder

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

More Common

Abdominal pain; acid or sour stomach; belching; heartburn; indigestion; or stomach discomfort, upset, or pain; bone pain; change in sense of taste; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; hair loss or thinning of hair; loss of appetite or weight loss; fatigue; headache; joint pain; mucositis, including cracked lips; diarrhea; difficulty in swallowing; or sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips, tongue, or inside mouth; muscle soreness; nausea; swelling of hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs; swelling or inflammation of the mouth; trouble sleeping; vomiting; weakness, generalized

Other side effect not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.