Neupeg Information

Neupeg is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Neutropenia.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Neupeg. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Neupeg are Chills, Cough, Fever. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Neupeg can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Neupeg normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Neupeg's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Neupeg has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Neupeg related warnings section.

Neupeg can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Neupeg in conditions like Blood Cancer, Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Neupeg are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Neupeg may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Neupeg is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Neupeg Benefits & Uses
Neupeg Dosage & How to Take
Neupeg Side Effects
Neupeg Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Neupeg with Other Drugs
Neupeg Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Neupeg
Neupeg Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Neupeg Benefits & Uses

Neupeg is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Neutropenia

Neupeg Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: once per chemotherapy cycle, beginning at least 24 hours after completion of chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: once per chemotherapy cycle, beginning at least 24 hours after completion of chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: once per chemotherapy cycle, beginning at least 24 hours after completion of chemotherapy, weighing 45 kg or more
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Infants and Children weighing 10 to 20 kg
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Neutropenia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Neonates and Infants weighing less than 10 kg

Neupeg Related Warnings

Is the use of Neupeg safe for pregnant women?

Neupeg can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Neupeg right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Neupeg safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Neupeg for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Neupeg on the Kidneys?

Neupeg may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Neupeg on the Liver?

Using Neupeg does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Neupeg on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Neupeg. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Neupeg with Other Drugs

Neupeg should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Neupeg Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Neupeg unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Sickle Cell Crisis
Blood Cancer
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Sickle Cell Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Neupeg

Is this Neupeg habit forming or addictive?

Neupeg is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Neupeg does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Neupeg only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Neupeg cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Neupeg Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Neupeg

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Neupeg and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Neupeg

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Neupeg and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown