Neupogen
Warnings
What may interact with Neupogen?
This medicine may interact with the following medications:
-medicines that may cause a release of neutrophils, such as lithium
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Neupogen?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-kidney disease
-latex allergy
-ongoing radiation therapy
-sickle cell disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to filgrastim, pegfilgrastim, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Neupogen?
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medicine.
Talk to your health care provider about your risk of cancer. You may be more at risk for certain types of cancer if you take this medicine.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store in a refrigerator between 2 and 8 degrees C (36 and 46 degrees F). Do not freeze. Keep in carton to protect from light. Throw away this medicine if vials or syringes are left out of the refrigerator for more than 24 hours. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
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