Colony Stimulating Factors (Systemic)
Precautions While Using This MedicineIt is very important that your doctor check your progress at
regular visits
to make sure that this medicine is working properly
and to check for unwanted effects.
Colony stimulating factors are used to prevent or reduce the risk of infection
while you are being treated with cancer medicines. Because your body's ability
to fight infection is reduced, it is very important that
you call your doctor at the first sign of any infection
(for example,
if you get a fever or chills) so you can start antibiotic treatment right
away.
Colony stimulating factors commonly cause mild bone pain, usually in the
lower back or pelvis, about the time the white blood cells start to come back
in your bone marrow. The pain is usually mild and lasts only a few days. Your
doctor will probably prescribe a mild analgesic (painkiller) for you to take
during that time. If you find that the analgesic is not strong enough, talk
with your doctor about using something that will make you more comfortable.
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