Granocyte is a medication that aims to increase the number of immune system cells in the body by increasing the production of white blood cells and supporting bone marrow functions. It contains lenograstim, which is a substance that resembles the structure of granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF), a hormone produced by the immune system. Its most common use is to reduce the risk of infection and prevent infections in patients whose white blood cell count is low due to chemotherapy or radiation therapy. It can also be used after bone marrow transplantation or due to other causes that may lead to bone marrow suppression. However, like any medication, Granocyte may have side effects, and your doctor will explain these side effects to you in detail.
What is Granocyte Used For?
Granocyte can be used in the following conditions:
- Kemoterapi İle İlişkili Nötropeni
- Kemik İliği Nakli
- Diğer Kemik İliği Sorunları
How to Use Granocyte?
The use of Granocyte should be done according to your doctor’s prescription and recommendations:
Doz ve Uygulama: Granocyte’s dosage and application method may vary depending on the disease guiding the treatment and the treatment protocol.
Enjeksiyon Yeri: Your doctor will recommend injecting Granocyte into a specific area of your body.
Uygulama Sıklığı: Granocyte is usually administered during chemotherapy or bone marrow transplantation, and the frequency of administration may vary according to the treatment plan.
Dozaj: The dosage is adjusted based on the patient’s body weight, response to treatment, and treatment plan.
İğne Kullanımı: Needles for injections are usually specially designed insulin needles or come with an injection pen.
Tedavi Süresi: Granocyte treatment may vary depending on the type and severity of the disease.
Yan Etkileri İzleme: If you experience any side effects during the use of Granocyte, you should immediately contact your doctor.
What are the Side Effects of Granocyte?
The use of Granocyte may cause some side effects:
- ağrı ve hassasiyet
- baş ağrısı
- kas ağrısı
- mide rahatsızlıkları
- ateş ve titreme
- yorgunluk
- baş dönmesi
- solunum sorunları
- cilt reaksiyonları
- kan sayılarında değişiklikler
- alerjik reaksiyonlar
Does Granocyte Interact with Other Medications?
It is important to pay attention to potential interactions with other medications while using Granocyte:
- Siklosporin veya Takrolimus
- Kemoterapi İlaçları
- Diğer Bağışıklık Sistemini Etkileyen İlaçlar
- Alkol
- Antikoagülanlar
When Should Granocyte Not Be Used?
Granocyte should not be used in the following conditions:
Lenograstim veya Granocyte’ye Alerji: If you have previously had a serious allergic reaction to these medications or their components, you may need to avoid using Granocyte or similar medications.
Ciddi Böbrek Sorunları: If you have severe kidney problems or kidney failure, the use of Granocyte may not be recommended.
Ciddi Karaciğer Sorunları: If you have severe liver disease or liver failure, the use of Granocyte may be contraindicated.
Hamilelik: The use of Granocyte or similar medications is generally not recommended during pregnancy.
Emzirme: The use of Granocyte or similar medications is generally not recommended during breastfeeding.
Kemik İliği Sorunları: Bone marrow problems are among the contraindications for the use of Granocyte or lenograstim.
Ağır Enfeksiyonlar: The use of Granocyte is generally not recommended in the presence of an active infection.
Gebelik Planlaması: If you are planning pregnancy while using Granocyte or similar medications, you may need to discontinue the medication and wait for an appropriate period for pregnancy planning.
What Precautions Should Be Taken While Using Granocyte?
Some important considerations to be taken while using Granocyte are:
Doktorunuzun Talimatlarına Uyun: You should use the medication only according to your doctor’s prescription and instructions.
Düzenli Kontroller: While using Granocyte, you should regularly undergo the health checks recommended by your doctor.
Yan Etkileri İzleme: If you experience any side effects during the use of the medication, you should immediately contact your doctor or healthcare professional.
Alkol Kullanımı: Alcohol can interact with Granocyte or similar medications and exert extra pressure on the liver.
Diğer İlaçlar ve Takviyeler: If you are taking other medications or supplements while using Granocyte, you should discuss the interactions and compatibility of these medications with your doctor.
Bağışıklık Sistemi: Granocyte or similar medications may suppress your immune system.
Diğer Sağlık Sorunları: You should inform your doctor about any other health problems you have while using Granocyte or lenograstim.
Availability of Granocyte in Turkey
Granocyte is available in Turkey and is covered by the Social Security Institution (SGK). The retail price of Granocyte Injection/Infusion Lyophilized Powder Containing Vial 33.6 N IU 1 vial is 1282.39 TL.
