Nartograstim

Information about Nartograstim

Nartograstim uses

Nartograstim is used to prevent infections after chemotherapy.

How nartograstim works

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

Common side effects of nartograstim

Bone pain

Available Medicine for Nartograstim

    Expert advice for Nartograstim

    • Nartograstim 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 Nartograstim 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 Nartograstim and inform your doctor if you have a fever, shortness of breath, fast rate of breathing or trouble breathing.
    • Nartograstim 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 Nartograstim 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 Nartograstim and inform your doctor if you have a fever, shortness of breath, fast rate of breathing or trouble breathing.


    Content on this page was last updated on 28 March, 2025, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)