Plerixafor

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Plerixafor Uses

Plerixafor is used in Autologous stem cell transplant. It is a procedure in which certain blood cells are removed from the body and then returned to the body after chemotherapy and/or radiation in patients with certain cancers.

How Plerixafor works

Plerixafor is an hematopoeitic stem cell mobilizers. It works by causing certain blood cells to move from the bone marrow to the blood so that they can be removed for transplant.

Common side effects of Plerixafor

Nausea, Diarrhea, Injection site reaction, Headache, Joint pain, Dizziness, Vomiting, Fatigue

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Medicine brands for Plerixafor

Indiabulls pharmaceutical ltd

Celon Laboratories Ltd

₹67500 to ₹67500

1 variant(s)

Plerixa

Therdose Pharma Pvt Ltd

₹26775 to ₹26775

1 variant(s)

Celstemx

Sayre Therapeutics Pvt Ltd

₹27187 to ₹27187

1 variant(s)

Mozosted

Halsted Pharma Private Limited

₹59062 to ₹59062

1 variant(s)

Plerimob

Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd

₹74156 to ₹74156

1 variant(s)

Stemfor

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹34256 to ₹34256

2 variant(s)

Expert advice for Plerixafor

Plerixafor is given as an injection under the skin under the supervision of a doctor.
Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count and liver function.
Inform your doctor if you experience rash, itching, swelling, hives, shortness of breath, fast heart beat and drop in blood pressure.