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Filgrastim is used to stimulate the bone marrow to produce more white blood cells, which help the body fight infection. It is administered through daily subcutaneous injection, usually in the thighs or abdomen. Common side effects include bone and muscle pain, nose bleeds, fatigue, and pain at the injection site. The medication must be stored refrigerated and used within 7 days if removed from refrigeration. Proper administration involves cleaning the injection site, pinching the skin, inserting the needle at a 45 degree angle, and slowly injecting the contents of the syringe.
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- 2. what is it and what is it used for ! Filgrastim stimulates the bone marrow to produce more blood cells. White cells are important as they help your body fight infection. Caution - Do not user filgrastim if you are allergic to filgrastim or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. - You should not receive filgrastim in the 24 hours before and the 24 hours after receiving chemotherapy - Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you are pregnant or breast feeding - This medicine contains sorbitol. if you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars (fructose), contact your doctor before taking this medicine . - Do not use a double dose to make up for a forgotten injection. Effects that can appear -Bone and muscle pain -Nose bleeds -Decreased blood glucose levels -Fatigue, generalised weakness,headache , feeling or being sick -Pain at the injection site Store conditions -Store and transport refrigerated (2-8ºC) , do not freeze. -Keep the pre-filled syringe in the outer carton in the order to protect from light -The syringe can be removed from the refrigerator and left at room temperature for a single period of maximum 7 days (but not above 25ºC) -Do not use filgrastim if you notice it is cloudy or there are particles in it
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