USES OF FRASTIM INJECTION
- Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy
BENEFITS OF FRASTIM INJECTION
In Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy
FRASTIM 300MCG Injection increases the production of white blood cells by stimulating the immune system in our body. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. This medicine is really effective and must be used under medical supervision. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.
SIDE EFFECTS OF FRASTIM INJECTION
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of FRASTIM
- Bone pain
- Weakness
- Headache
- Rash
- Nausea
- Increased lactate dehydrogenase level in blood
- Vomiting
- Increased uric acid level in blood
- Oropharyngeal pain
- Hair loss
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Decreased appetite
- Cough
- Breathing problems
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
HOW TO USE FRASTIM INJECTION
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
HOW FRASTIM INJECTION WORKS
FRASTIM 300MCG Injection is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections. .
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with FRASTIM 300MCG Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
FRASTIM 300MCG Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
FRASTIM 300MCG Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
FRASTIM 300MCG Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
FRASTIM 300MCG Injection may cause fatigue. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
FRASTIM 300MCG Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of FRASTIM 300MCG Injection is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
FRASTIM 300MCG Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of FRASTIM 300MCG Injection is recommended.
