Introduction of GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION:

GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION contains Filgrastim which belongs to the group of medicines called Cytokines. GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION is used to increase the number of white blood cells to manage infections after chemotherapy management and bone marrow transplant. GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION is also used before high-dose chemotherapy to make the bone marrow produce more stem cells after management. It is also used to manage infections in patients suffering from severe chronic neutropenia (rare blood disorder marked by abnormal white blood cell levels). The medicine is also indicated for use to reduce the risk of infections in patients with advanced HIV infection.

GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Filgrastim. It is also not recommended for use in patients suffering from hereditary fructose intolerance (rare genetic disorder marked by inability of the body to break down fructose). Before receiving GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you suffer from sickle cell anemia (inherited blood disorder), osteoporosis (condition marked by weak and gentle bones), and/or have kidney/liver problems.

GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION is generally not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) and in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above) after consulting the doctor. The most common side effects of receiving GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION are anemia, headache, decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, and/or unusual hair loss. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.

Uses of GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION:

• Increases white blood cell count after chemotherapy management and bone marrow transplant to manage infections in affected individuals
• Mange infections in patients suffering from severe chronic neutropenia
• Helps to reduce risk of infections in patients with advanced HIV infection

How to USE GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION

GRAFEEL 300MCG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the skin as a subcutaneous injection or into the vein as an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.