xgrast injection is a hematopoietic growth factor used to prevent infections that may cause after chemotherapy due to neutropenia (decreased neutrophil count). it is a growth factor that works by stimulating the production of healthy white blood cells from the bone marrow.
the dose and dosing frequency is as per your doctor’s advice. do not stop taking this medication until and unless your doctor has asked to. this injection should be given only by a doctor or a nurse; self-administration is strictly not recommended. do not miss any of the scheduled doses, as it can affect the rate of recovery.
this medication’s most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, decreased appetite, headache, dizziness, fatigue, cough, hair loss, oropharyngeal pain, increased uric acid levels, and injection site reaction. if these side effects persist, consult your doctor immediately.
let your doctor know if you are pregnant or intend to be pregnant or breastfeeding.
