What is the drug Neupogen used for?
Neupogen® (filgrastim) is a drug that has been used successfully for cancer patients to stimulate the growth of the white blood cells, making patients less vulnerable to infections, it is expected to help patients who have bone marrow damage from very high doses of radiation in much the same way.
When should Neupogen be given?
Administer NEUPOGEN at least 24 hours after cytotoxic chemotherapy. Do not administer NEUPOGEN within the 24-hour period prior to chemotherapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11)]. A transient increase in neutrophil count is typically seen 1 to 2 days after initiation of NEUPOGEN therapy.
Is Neupogen a chemotherapy drug?
Patients with Cancer Receiving Strong Chemotherapy NEUPOGEN ® is a prescription medicine used to help the chance of infection due to a low white blood cell count, in people with certain types of cancer (non-myeloid) who receive anti-cancer medicines (chemotherapy) that can cause fever and a low blood cell count.
How fast does Neupogen increase WBC?
In patients receiving cytotoxic chemotherapy, a transient increase in neutrophil counts is typically seen 1 to 2 days after initiation of Neupogen therapy.
Does Neupogen make you tired?
tired feeling, skin rash, nosebleeds, or. injection site reactions (redness, swelling, itching, lumps or bruising).
Does Medicare pay for Neupogen?
Do Medicare prescription drug plans cover Neupogen? No. In general, Medicare prescription drug plans (Part D) do not cover this drug.
What cancers cause low WBC?
Low white blood cell count. These types of cancers include leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
How can I get NEUPOGEN for free?
The Safety Net Foundation provides NEUPOGEN at no cost to qualifying patients with no or limited drug coverage who meet income eligibility requirements. Patients and providers can contact the Safety Net Foundation directly or through Amgen Assist at 1-888-4ASSIST or visit www.AmgenAssistOnline.com.