Lenograstim Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Lenograstim-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Lenograstim brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Lenograstim

ICD Code : D70 Therapeutic Classification : Hematopoietic

Brand Names or Trade Names of Lenograstim

Granocyte (263mcg/1mg/500mg/20.01mg)

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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.