Emgrast M 500mcg Injection

Short Description

Emgrast M 500mcg Injection is used to prevent infections after chemotherapy by stimulating the bone marrow to produce white blood cells.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Emgrast M 500mcg Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

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

Side Effects

Bone pain Decreased blood pressure Fever Breathlessness Pain or redness at the site of injection

Breastfeeding Warning

This medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy.

Emgrast M 500mcg Injection is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections.

Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor. Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count and liver function. Inform your doctor if you experience fever, chills, sore throat, and shortness of breath during the treatment.