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Frastim, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Neutropenia are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Frastim. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Frastim can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Frastim normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Frastim is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Frastim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Frastim related warnings section.
Frastim is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Blood Cancer as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Frastim contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Frastim may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Frastim is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Frastim is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Frastim safe for pregnant women?
Frastim may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Frastim, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Frastim safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Frastim. Immediately discontinue Frastim if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Frastim on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Frastim on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Frastim on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Frastim on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Frastim on the Heart?
Frastim may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Frastim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Frastim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Frastim habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Frastim.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Frastim does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Frastim only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Frastim is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Frastim
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Frastim and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Frastim
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Frastim and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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