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:

LUPIFIL 300MG 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. LUPIFIL 300MG 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. LUPIFIL 300MG 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 LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION work?

LUPIFIL 300MG 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 LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION?

No, LUPIFIL 300MG 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 LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION cause haematuria (blood in urine)?

If you are being treated for severe chronic neutropenia for a longer period, LUPIFIL 300MG 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 LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION. If I have asthma?

LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary. LUPIFIL 300MG 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 LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION?

LUPIFIL 300MG 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, LUPIFIL 300MG 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 LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION.

Does LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION affect my medical test?

Yes, LUPIFIL 300MG 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 LUPIFIL 300MG INJECTION.