Cytograf Information

Cytograf is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Neutropenia are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Cytograf depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cytograf can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Cytograf normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Cytograf's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cytograf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cytograf is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Blood Cancer are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cytograf contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Cytograf with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Cytograf is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Cytograf Benefits & Uses

Cytograf is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cytograf 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

Cytograf Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytograf safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Cytograf safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Cytograf on the Kidneys?

Cytograf may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cytograf on the Liver?

Side effects of Cytograf rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cytograf on the Heart?

Cytograf may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Cytograf with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Lithium

Lenalidomide

Fluorouracil

Bleomycin

Cytograf Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Heart Disease
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Sickle Cell Disease
Blood Cancer
Sideroblastic Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Cytograf

Is this Cytograf habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cytograf has not been reported.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cytograf only as per medical advice.

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

No, Cytograf is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cytograf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytograf

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Cytograf, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytograf

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cytograf with alcohol.

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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