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Xgrast is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Neutropenia.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xgrast. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Xgrast have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Xgrast are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xgrast is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Xgrast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Xgrast can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Xgrast in conditions like Blood Cancer. The section on Xgrast contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Xgrast may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Xgrast, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Xgrast 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 Xgrast safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Xgrast. It is best to stop taking Xgrast immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Xgrast safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Xgrast. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Xgrast on the Kidneys?
Xgrast has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xgrast on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Xgrast on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Xgrast on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Xgrast. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Xgrast 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 Xgrast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xgrast habit forming or addictive?
Xgrast is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Xgrast since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Xgrast is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Xgrast for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xgrast
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Xgrast together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xgrast
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Xgrast.
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