Neupogen Injection

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Neupogen Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 2600
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 2600
114 people have bought this recently

Neupogen Information

Neupogen, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Neutropenia.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Neupogen. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Neupogen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Neupogen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Neupogen is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Neupogen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Neupogen is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Blood Cancer are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Neupogen are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Neupogen is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Neupogen Benefits & Uses

Neupogen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Neupogen 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

Neupogen Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Neupogen safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Neupogen safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Neupogen has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


    Side effects of Neupogen rarely affect the liver.

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


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

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Neupogen with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Neupogen Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Neupogen

  • Is this Neupogen habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Neupogen 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 Neupogen since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Neupogen should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Neupogen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Neupogen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Neupogen


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Neupogen


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

    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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