Zystim 300mcg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Zydus Cadila |
| Active Ingredient | Filgrastim (300mcg) |
| Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
| Chemical Class | Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | Granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 446 |
FAQ
Is Zystim 300mcg safe?
Zystim 300mcg is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
How does Zystim 300mcg work?
Zystim 300mcg works by stimulating the bone marrow (organ in the body where blood cells are produced) to increase the production of specific types of blood cells called neutrophils that help fight infections.
Why does Zystim 300mcg cause bone pain?
The exact cause in unknown, but bone pain is a common side-effect of Zystim 300mcg.
What are the uses of Zystim 300mcg?
Zystim 300mcg is used during cancer treatment (chemotherapy), bone marrow transplantation, severe chronic neutropenia (low number of a type of white blood cells called neutrophils), neutropenia in patients with HIV infection, and before stem cell donation.
Does Zystim 300mcg cause cancer?
No, Zystim 300mcg does not cause cancer.
What if you forget to take Zystim Injection?
If you miss a dose of Zystim 300mcg, please consult your doctor.
Zystim 300mcg Injection Reviews
Zystim 300mcg is used to prevent infections after chemotherapy. It is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections.
Zystim 300mcg is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. You should continue to take as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. You might be asked to get regular tests done to check the number of blood cells in your blood and your bone density level while you are taking this medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include bone pain, weakness, headache, and rash. Other than this, pain or redness at the site of injection is common. But, inform your doctor if you notice a lump, swelling, or bruising that does not go away. It might not prevent you from all kinds of infection, hence inform your doctor if you notice fever, chills, rash, sore throat, and swelling around the face or neck.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Zystim 300mcg is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. You should continue to take as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. You might be asked to get regular tests done to check the number of blood cells in your blood and your bone density level while you are taking this medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include bone pain, weakness, headache, and rash. Other than this, pain or redness at the site of injection is common. But, inform your doctor if you notice a lump, swelling, or bruising that does not go away. It might not prevent you from all kinds of infection, hence inform your doctor if you notice fever, chills, rash, sore throat, and swelling around the face or neck.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
How Zystim 300mcg Injection Works
Zystim 300mcg is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections.
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How to Use Zystim 300mcg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Zystim 300mcg Injection
- In Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy: Zystim 300mcg increases the production of white blood cells by stimulating the immune system in our body. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. This medicine is really effective and must be used under medical supervision. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.
Uses of Zystim 300mcg Injection
- Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy
Zystim 300mcg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zystim 300mcg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zystim 300mcg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zystim 300mcg is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zystim 300mcg is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Zystim 300mcg is recommended.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zystim 300mcg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Zystim 300mcg may cause fatigue. This may affect your driving ability.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zystim 300mcg. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zystim 300mcg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Zystim 300mcg reduces the risk of infection in people treated with chemotherapy.
- Stop taking Zystim 300mcg and inform your doctor if you have a fever, shortness of breath, fast rate of breathing or trouble breathing.
- You will normally receive your first dose at least 24 hours after your chemotherapy or bone marrow transplant.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Zystim 300mcg may cause dizziness.
- Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the number of blood cells in your blood, and your bone density level while you are receiving treatment with this medicine.
- Pain or redness in the area of injection is common. Let your doctor know if you notice a lump, swelling, or bruising that doesn't go away.
- Store it in the refrigerator, protect it from light, and don't shake it.
- It is usually given as a daily injection into the tissue just under the skin or into the vein.
- For a more comfortable injection, leave the syringe at room temperature for 30 minutes before using it.
References
- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Filgrastim. [Updated 2019 Jun 3].
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 545-46.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Kaushansky K, Kipps TJ. Hematopoietic Agents: Growth Factors, Minerals, and Vitamins. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1074-75.