Information about Lenograstim
Generic Name : LenograstimUp-to-date prescription details regarding Lenograstim are provided here.
Understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : D70 Therapeutic Classification : Hematopoietic
Trade Names/Brand Names of Lenograstim
International :
Euprotin, Granocyte, Lenobio, Myelostim 34, Neutrogin
Why is Lenograstim Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a recombinant human granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) used to reduce the risk of life-threatening infection in patients with neutropenia, particularly after cytotoxic chemotherapy.When should Lenograstim not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with bone marrow cancer, children less than 2 years, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Lenograstim?
IV- Neutropenia: The recommended dose is 150 mcg/m2/day starting from day 2 of transplantation for max of 28 consecutive days.How should Lenograstim be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or under the skin.What are the warnings and precautions for Lenograstim?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bone marrow cancer, sickle-cell anemia, osteoporosis, lung infection, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Monitor complete blood count regularly while taking this medication.
• It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.
What are the side effects of Lenograstim?
Musculoskeletal - Musculoskeletal pain, bone pain, splenic enlargement and osteoporosis.Gastrointestinal - Nausea, diarrhea and loss of appetite.
Blood - Anemia and decrease in platelet counts.
Skin - Painful skin condition, skin death and skin inflammation.
Miscellaneous - Fever, headache and painful urination.
