Graviz 300mcg Injection

Granulocyte Colony Stimulating Factor (300mcg)

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Graviz 300mcg Injection 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.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 05 Nov 2024 | 01:11 AM (IST)

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Granulocyte Colony Stimulating Factor (300mcg)

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Bioviz Technologies Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

Graviz 300mcg Injection 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, joint pain, 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.

Uses of Graviz Injection

Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy

Benefits of Graviz Injection

Prevention of Infections after chemotherapy
Graviz 300mcg Injection 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.

Side effects of Graviz Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Graviz

Bone pain
Weakness
Joint pain
Rash
Headache
Nausea
Back pain
Pain in extremities
Increased white blood cell count
Muscle pain
Increased lactate dehydrogenase level in blood
Low blood platelets
Injection site pain
Increased uric acid level in blood
Oropharyngeal pain
Hair loss
Fatigue
Increased liver enzymes
Diarrhea
Decreased appetite
Constipation
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Graviz Injection

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

How Graviz Injection works

Graviz 300mcg Injection is a growth factor that stimulates the bone marrow to produce white blood cells. These cells protect the body against infections. .

Quick tips

Graviz 300mcg Injection reduces the risk of infection in people treated with chemotherapy.
It is usually given as a daily injection into the tissue just under the skin or into the vein.
You will normally receive your first dose at least 24 hours after your chemotherapy or bone marrow transplant.
Store it in the refrigerator, protect it from light, and don't shake it.
For a more comfortable injection, leave the syringe at room temperature for 30 minutes before using it.
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.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Graviz 300mcg Injection 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.
Stop taking Graviz 300mcg Injection and inform your doctor if you have a fever, shortness of breath, fast rate of breathing or trouble breathing.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Graviz 300mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Graviz 300mcg Injection 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Graviz 300mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Graviz 300mcg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Graviz 300mcg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Graviz 300mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cytokine Glycoprotein

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF)

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Masters SB. Agents Used in Anemias; Hematopoetic Growth Factors. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 581-82.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Cancer Research Uk. Granulocyte Colony Stimulating Factor. [Accessed 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Name: Bioviz Technologies Pvt Ltd
Address: 8-2-269/S/103/1, Sagar Society, Road No.2 Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500 034, India.

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Country of origin: India

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Graviz 300mcg Injection

General Information

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Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Graviz Injection

Benefits of Graviz Injection

Side effects of Graviz Injection

How to use Graviz Injection

How Graviz Injection works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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