Udenyca Onbody: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings
Generic name: Pegfilgrastim Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Udenyca Onbody? Pegfilgrastim is used to prevent neutropenia (a lack of certain white blood cells) that is caused by receiving chemotherapy. Pegfilgrastim is a form of a protein that stimulates the growth of white blood cells that help your body fight against infection. Pegfilgrastim may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to pegfilgrastim or filgrastim (Neupogen). Tell your doctor if you have ever had: sickle cell disorder; kidney disease; acute myeloid leukemia; radiation treatment; myelodysplastic syndrome (also called "preleukemia&q