Common side effects of pegaspargase include:

Low blood protein (hypoalbuminemia)
Elevated liver enzymes (transaminases)
Fever with low white blood cell count (febrile neutropenia)
High blood triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia)
High blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
Increased bilirubin (a liver test)
Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
Abnormal blood clotting tests
Blood clots (thrombosis)
Allergic reactions (hypersensitivity)
Infections, including sepsis

Other possible side effects include bleeding, diarrhea, and fungal infections. Serious allergic reactions, blood clots, pancreatitis, and liver problems can occur and require immediate medical attention.

pegaspargase

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