Filgrastim



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Filgrastim Information



Filgrastim Benefits & Uses

Filgrastim is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Filgrastim 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 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Neutropenia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Neutropenia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Neutropenia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Neutropenia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Above 7 months or older can take


Filgrastim Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Filgrastim is used -

Moderate

Mild

Filgrastim Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Filgrastim safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Filgrastim safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Filgrastim. If you see any side effects, stop taking Filgrastim immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Filgrastim again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Filgrastim on the Kidneys?


    Filgrastim may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Filgrastim on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Filgrastim on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Filgrastim on the Heart?


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Filgrastim. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Filgrastim with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Filgrastim Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Filgrastim

  • Is this Filgrastim habit forming or addictive?


    Filgrastim is not addictive in nature.

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


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Filgrastim since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Filgrastim is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Filgrastim is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Filgrastim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Filgrastim


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Filgrastim with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Filgrastim


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Neupogen® (Filgrastim)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 876

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 567-560



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