Filcad 300 mcg Injection

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Filcad 300 mcg Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 2740
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 2740
219 people have bought this recently

Filcad Information

Filcad is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Neutropenia.

The right dosage of Filcad depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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, Filcad can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Filcad are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Filcad's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Filcad has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Filcad related warnings section.

Filcad is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Blood Cancer as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Filcad contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Filcad may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Filcad Benefits & Uses

Filcad is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Filcad 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

Filcad Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Filcad safe for pregnant women?


    Filcad may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Filcad again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Filcad safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Very few cases of side effects of Filcad on kidney have been reported.

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


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

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


    The heart can be affected by Filcad. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Filcad with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Filcad Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Filcad

  • Is this Filcad habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Filcad has not been reported.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Filcad since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Filcad is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Filcad cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Filcad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Filcad


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Filcad


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Filcad.

    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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