Neutropenia (low number of white blood neutropenia cells), Neutropenia during Chemotherapy, Neutropenia after Bone marrow transplantation, Neutropenia in patients with HIV infection, peripheral blood stem cell mobilisation (to stimulate stem cells to enter the bloodstream to be collected and used in bone marrow transplantation)

Medicinal Benefits:

Emgrast 300 mcg Injection contains ‘Filgrastim’ is a white blood cell growth factor. It belongs to a group of proteins called cytokines and is very similar to a natural protein (granulocyte-colony stimulating factor) produced by your body. Emgrast 300 mcg Injection works by stimulating the bone marrow (the tissue where new blood cells are made) to produce more white blood cells that help fight infection. Emgrast 300 mcg Injection is used to improve white blood cells during cancer treatment (chemotherapy), bone marrow transplantation, severe chronic neutropenia (low number of a type of white blood cells), neutropenia in patients with HIV infection and before stem cell donation.

FAQs

How does Emgrast 300 mcg Injection work?

Emgrast 300 mcg Injection contains 'Filgrastim' is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections.

I am suffering from spleen disease. Can I take Emgrast 300 mcg Injection ?

No, Emgrast 300 mcg Injection is not recommended to patients with spleen disorder. It may cause your spleen to become enlarged, and it could rupture. If you experience pain in the left upper stomach/abdominal area or left shoulder, contact your doctor immediately.

Does Emgrast 300 mcg Injection cause haematuria (blood in urine)?

If you are being treated for severe chronic neutropenia for a longer period, Emgrast 300 mcg Injection may cause blood in your urine (haematuria). Your doctor may regularly test your urine if you experience this side effect or if a protein is found in your urine (proteinuria).

Can I take Emgrast 300 mcg Injection . If I have asthma?

Emgrast 300 mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary. Emgrast 300 mcg Injection cause breathlessness (dyspnoea), tachycardia & wheeze, and even death. If you have had a history of asthma, the more possibility of these systemic allergic-like reactions. Please inform your doctor.

I am a patient with a heart problem. Can I take Emgrast 300 mcg Injection ?

Emgrast 300 mcg Injection to be taken with caution, especially if you have had heart problems. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. In some cases, Emgrast 300 mcg Injection causes inflammation of the aorta (the large blood vessel which transports blood from the heart to the body) symptoms can include fever, abdominal pain, malaise, back pain, and increased inflammatory markers. Tell your doctor if you experience those symptoms. Please inform your doctor before taking Emgrast 300 mcg Injection .

Does Emgrast 300 mcg Injection affect my medical test?

Yes, Emgrast 300 mcg Injection may interfere with certain lab tests such as bone imaging and blood tests (elevation in lactate dehydrogenase and alkaline phosphate), possibly causing false test results. Make sure your doctor and laboratory staff know you use Emgrast 300 mcg Injection .