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Granocyte 3433.6MIU

Rx
Generic:
Lenograstrim
Dosage form:
Injection
Pack size:
34million units vial

৳ 7,355/unit

Pack: ৳ 7,355

At a glance

Lenograstrim — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Lenograstrim is used to prevent infections after chemotherapy. It is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections. Lenograstrim is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. You should continue to take as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. You might be asked for regular tests done to check the number of blood cells in your blood and your bone density level while you are taking this medicine. The most common side effects of this medicine include bone pain, weakness, increased white blood count, back pain, and headache. Other than this, pain or redness at the site of injection is common. But, inform your doctor if you notice a lump, swelling, or bruising that does not go away. It might not prevent you from all kinds of infection, hence inform your doctor if you notice fever, chills, shortness of breath, sore throat and swelling around face or neck. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. You must avoid driving or attention-seeking activity if you experience dizziness after taking this medicine. Lenograstrim is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections. .

Indications

• Infections after chemotherapy

Mechanism of action

Lenograstrim (rHuG-CSF) belongs to the cytokine group of biologically active proteins which regulate cell differentiation and cell growth. rHuG-CSF is a factor which stimulates the neutrophil precursor cells as demonstrated by the CFU-S and CFU-GM cell count increases in peripheral blood.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Intravenous Neutropenia following bone marrow transplantation Adult: 19.2 million IU/m2 or 150 mcg/m2 daily by IV infusion started the day after transplantation for a maximum of 28 consecutive days. Subcutaneous Mobilisation of peripheral blood progenitor cells for autologous peripheral blood stem cell transplantation Adult: As monotherapy: 1.28 million IU/kg or 10 mcg/kg daily for 4-6 days (5-6 days in healthy donors). Following adjunctive myelosuppressive chemotherapy: 19.2 million IU/m2 or 150 mcg/m2 daily, started the day after completion of chemotherapy for a maximum of 28 consecutive days. Chemotherapy-induced neutropenia Adult: 19.2 million IU/m2 or 150 mcg/m2 daily, start the day after completion of chemotherapy for a maximum of 28 consecutive days. Child Dose: Intravenous Neutropenia following bone marrow transplantation Child: >2 yr: 19.2 million IU/m2 or 150 mcg/m2 daily by IV infusion started the day after transplantation for a maximum of 28 consecutive days.

Administration

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of Lenograstrim, please consult your doctor.

Side effects

Common: • Bone pain • Weakness • Increased white blood cell count • Low blood platelets • Back pain • Increased liver enzymes • Headache

Precautions & warnings

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether Lenograstrim alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Granocyte 34 Powder for Injection reduces the risk of infection in people treated with chemotherapy. It is usually given as a daily injection into the tissue just under the skin or into the vein. You will normally receive your first dose at least 24 hours after your chemotherapy or bone marrow transplant. Store it in the refrigerator, protect it from light, and don't shake it. For a more comfortable injection, leave the syringe at room temperature for 30 minutes before using it. Pain or redness in the area of injection is common. Let your doctor know if you notice a lump, swelling, or bruising that doesn't go away. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Granocyte 34 Powder for Injection may cause dizziness. Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the number of blood cells in your blood, and your bone density level while you are receiving treatment with this medicine. Stop taking Granocyte 34 Powder for Injection and inform your doctor if you have a fever, shortness of breath, fast rate of breathing or trouble breathing.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with bone marrow cancer, children less than 2 years, and hypersensitivity.

Drug interactions

Increased risk of myelosuppression with myelosuppressive antineoplastic agents; increased pulmonary toxicity with bleomycin and cyclophosphamide.

Food interactions

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lenograstrim. Please consult your doctor.

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Lenograstrim is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Use in lactation

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Lenograstrim is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] There is limited information available on the use of Lenograstrim in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. [CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] There is limited information available on the use of Lenograstrim in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Common questions

Is BGR 34 good for diabetes at Yes you can take along with your medicine BGR 34 Tablets are safe for diabetics person it's an ayurvedic medicine so I can't comment upon it I am diabtic patiemt, my auger level fast 230 after food 380. I am taking zoryal Mv 2, before break fast & dinner Also take BGR 34 2 tablet twice with water before meal Which tablet I should take for diabetic sugar level is before meal 120 & after meal 170. Start taking BGR 34 tablet 2 tablet before meal with water What medicine you have for sugar BVGR 34 is good sugar 220 fasting 300 after lunch Do yoga and pranayam , start with BGR 34 2 tablet twice with water before meal My H1BAC LEVEL IS 8.9 EVEN AFTER TAKING 2MG GLIMY AND 500MG METPHORMIN, NEED ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE Or should I start insulin Also start with BGR 34 2 tablet twice with water before meal Which is best medicine in Ayurveda for urinary traction infection . It is for my wife who is 34 years. Neeri tablet 2 tablet twice, usheerasav 20 ml twice after meal with water

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.