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What helps Neulasta bone pain?
Your doctor may prescribe a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen or naproxen to treat bone pain caused by Neulasta. Neulasta helps the body make more white blood cells by stimulating the immune system, which also creates histamines.
How long does pain from Neulasta shot last?
For most people, it starts within 2 days of receiving the drug. The duration of bone pain from Neulasta is usually 2 to 4 days. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications are usually effective in preventing or relieving bone pain from Neulasta.
How do you take Claritin for Neulasta bone pain?
When do you take Claritin (loratadine) to help with bone pain from Neulasta? 1 loratadine 10mg tablet daily, in the morning for 5 days, starting on the day Neulasta is given.
Where is Neulasta pain felt?
Bone or Muscle Pain Pegfilgrastim stimulates the bone marrow to produce many white blood cells, which can lead to pain in the bones. This pain is often felt in the bones or muscles of the thighs, hips and upper arms.
How bad is Neulasta pain?
Side effects from Neulasta aren’t common, and they’re usually mild when they do occur. Mild side effects of Neulasta are bone pain and pain in your arms or legs. Serious side effects from Neulasta can occur in rare cases. If you have questions about Neulasta’s side effects, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Why does Neulasta have to be given 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).
Does Neulasta make you tired?
No, Neulasta isn’t expected to make you tired or cause fatigue (lack of energy). But fatigue can be a symptom of capillary leak syndrome. This is a rare but serious side effect of Neulasta that involves tiny blood vessels leaking.
Does Neulasta make your back hurt?
Inflammation of the aorta (the large blood vessel which transports blood from the heart to the body) has been reported in patients who received Neulasta. Symptoms may include fever, abdominal pain, feeling tired, and back pain. Call your healthcare provider if you experience these symptoms.
Can you take antihistamines while on chemo?
In theory, it should be fine to take an anti-histamine tablet whilst on chemotherapy. But we would always recommend you speak to your chemotherapy nurse or doctor first as they know what medications you are currently taking and they can advise if there are any possible interactions to be aware of.
Does Neulasta have long term side effects?
It’s not known because there isn’t enough data on how long side effects of the Neulasta shot last. In clinical studies, some people reported bone pain or pain in their arms or legs after receiving Neulasta.