What is the drug ZARXIO used for?
ZARXIO is used to reduce the risk of infection in patients with some tumors who are receiving strong chemotherapy that may cause severe neutropenia with fever.
How do you inject zarzio filgrastim?
If blood does not appear in the syringe, inject the Zarzio® by gently pushing the plunger all the way in. Withdraw the needle and using the alcohol swab apply pressure for several minutes to the injection site. Do not put the needle cover back on the used syringe. You cannot reuse the syringe.
When should I take filgrastim injection?
It is usually given once a day, but filgrastim injection products (Neupogen, Nivestym, Zarxio) may be given twice a day when it is used to treat severe chronic neutropenia. The length of your treatment depends on the condition that you have and how well your body responds to the medication.
How do you administer ZARXIO injection?
ZARXIO is administered by subcutaneous injection, short intravenous infusion (15 to 30 minutes)‚ or continuous intravenous infusion. You should not inject a dose of ZARXIO less than 0.3 mL (180 mcg) from a ZARXIO prefilled syringe.
What are the side effects of zarzio?
COMMON side effects
- itching.
- joint pain.
- muscle pain.
- bone pain.
- fever.
- low energy.
- pain.
- numbness.
What is the difference between Zarxio and Neupogen?
What is the reference biologic product for Zarxio? The brand name biologic “equivalent” for Zarxio is Neupogen (filgrastim). Neupogen and Zarxio are used to increase white blood cell counts to help reduce the risk of infection, as in patients receiving chemotherapy.
Where do you inject filgrastim?
Choose an injection site
- The outer area of your upper arms.
- Your abdomen (belly), except for the 2-inch area around your belly button.
- The middle of the front of your thighs.
- The upper areas of your buttocks.
Does filgrastim have to be given at the same time each day?
Filgrastim is most often given as a subcutaneous injection (SQ, given under the skin), but it can be given directly into a vein (intravenous, IV). It is given once a day, preferably at the same time of day, until the neutrophil count returns to normal.
Does filgrastim make you tired?
tired feeling, skin rash, nosebleeds, or. injection site reactions (redness, swelling, itching, lumps or bruising).
Where do you administer ZARXIO?
Important Administration Instructions
- Subcutaneous Injection. Inject ZARXIO subcutaneously in the outer area of upper arms, abdomen, thighs, or upper outer areas of the buttock.
- Administration Instructions for the Prefilled Syringe.
- Dilution.
- Do not dilute with saline at any time, because the product may precipitate.
Is ZARXIO self administered?
ZARXIO may be administered by you, a caregiver, or a healthcare provider. ZARXIO injections can be given by a healthcare provider by subcutaneous (under the skin) injection or by intravenous (IV) injection. Your healthcare provider may decide that subcutaneous injections can be given at home by you or your caregiver.
Is Zarxio a chemo drug?
No, Zarxio (filgrastim-sndz) is not a chemotherapy medication. People receiving chemotherapy are often prescribed Zarxio (filgrastim-sndz) to raise their white blood cell counts when their levels become too low.