How do you apply Neulasta to injectors?
Attach the on-body injector to the back of patient’s upper arm or abdomen. The on-body injector will deploy the cannula in three minutes, even if not applied to the patient. If not on patient’s body in three minutes, do not use the on-body Injector. Start again with a new Neulasta Onpro kit.
Does Neulasta Onpro have a needle?
Neulasta® Onpro™ kit:The kit is supplied with an On-body Injector for Neulasta® co-packaged with a prefilled syringe containing 6.4 mg pegfilgrastim (for the 6.0 mg deliverable dose), supplied with a 27-gauge, 1/2-inch needle with an UltraSafe® Needle Guard. Syringe should be refrigerated in the carton.
What is on-body injector for Neulasta?
The on-body injector contains batteries, electronics, and a needle. Dispose of it in a sharps disposal container as instructed by your healthcare provider or by state or local laws. To participate in Amgen’s voluntary disposal program, please call 1-844-MYNEULASTA (1-844-696-3852) or visit www.neulasta.com to enroll.
How is Neulasta attached?
The on-body injector delivers your Neulasta dose with an under-the-skin (subcutaneous) injection. Your healthcare provider will fill the on-body injector with Neulasta and then apply it directly to your skin using an adhesive pad.
When do you remove Neulasta patch?
Bottom line:
- The Neulasta on-body injector (OBI) should be removed when the dose has been completely delivered, you should hear a long beep, the status light should be a solid green or switched off.
- Remove the on-body injector by grasping the edge of the adhesive pad and slowly peel it away from the skin.
Why do you give Neulasta 24 hours after chemo?
This medication is usually given at least 24 hours after chemotherapy to stimulate the growth of new, healthy, white blood cells (WBC).
How much does Neulasta Onpro cost?
As of 08/18/2021 the list price for Neulasta® is $6,417.99† per dose. Neulasta® is a single dose administered once per chemotherapy cycle. Most patients do not pay the list price.
How do you know when to take off Neulasta?
The Neulasta on-body injector (OBI) should be removed when the dose has been completely delivered, you should hear a long beep, the status light should be a solid green or switched off. Remove the on-body injector by grasping the edge of the adhesive pad and slowly peel it away from the skin.
Can I shower with Neulasta on pro?
This on-body injector delivers Neulasta with an under-the-skin (subcutaneous) injection. The on-body injector is small, for one-time use, lightweight, battery-powered, and waterproof up to 8 feet for 1 hour. The on-body injector can be worn in a shower.
How do you inject Neulasta?
See section 2. Neulasta is a clear, colourless solution for injection in a pre-filled syringe (6 mg/0.6 mL). Each pack contains 1 glass pre-filled syringe with an attached stainless steel needle and needle cap. The pre-filled syringe (with or without blister wrapping) may also be provided with an automatic needle guard.
What is the active substance in Neulasta?
The active substance is pegfilgrastim. Each pre-filled syringe contains 6 mg of pegfilgrastim in 0.6 mL of solution. The other ingredients are sodium acetate, sorbitol (E420), polysorbate 20 and water for injections. See section 2. Neulasta is a clear, colourless solution for injection in a pre-filled syringe (6 mg/0.6 mL).
Can I use Neulasta If I am breast-feeding?
Unless your doctor directs you otherwise, you must stop breast-feeding if you use Neulasta. Neulasta has no or negligible effect on the ability to drive or use machines. This medicine contains 30 mg sorbitol in each pre-filled syringe which is equivalent to 50 mg/mL.
What are the side effects of Neulasta for cancer patients?
if you are a patient with breast cancer or lung cancer, Neulasta in combination with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy may increase your risk of a precancerous blood condition called myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or a blood cancer called acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). Symptoms may include tiredness, fever, and easy bruising or bleeding.