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Neulasta ® (pegfilgrastim) is a prescription medicine used to help reduce the. Read More

Neulasta ® (pegfilgrastim) is a prescription medicine used to help reduce the chance of infection due to a low white blood cell count, in people with certain types of cancer (non‑myeloid), who receive anti-cancer medicines (chemotherapy) that can cause fever and low white blood cell count.

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  • Onpro ® Kit HCP Instructions for Use
  • Prefilled Syringe Instructions for Use

  

  Strong chemotherapy fights cancer. But it can also put you at risk for infection—and that can disrupt your cancer treatment plan

  Neulasta ® Onpro ® helps you fight the risk of infection from home and reduces your risk of being hospitalized*

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  ~1 million patients have used Neulasta ® Onpro ®

  How can you fight your risk of infection and hospitalization?

  Learn more about strong chemo, white blood cells, and protecting yourself from infection and hospitalization.

  Neulasta ® Onpro ® helps protect you from infection without having to return to your doctor for another appointment*

  Neulasta ® Onpro ® delivers the medicine you need in the comfort of your home*

  See the benefits of staying home

  Most prescriptions cost $5 or less out of pocket for Neulasta ® PFS and Neulasta ® Onpro ® †

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  Click below for resources ‡ that include product downloads, community organizations, and FAQs. You can also sign up for updates on Neulasta ® Onpro ® .

  * If, for any reason, you believe you did not receive your full dose of Neulasta ® or that your on-body injector is not working correctly, immediately contact your healthcare provider, as an incomplete dose could increase infection risk.

  † These data are based on paid claims data from national data providers for the period from 01/01/23 through 12/31/23. Your actual cost may vary depending on your dose, insurance coverage, and eligibility for support programs. Talk to your insurance provider for specific information about your prescription coverage.

  ‡ Resources include referrals to independent nonprofit patient assistance programs. Eligibility for resources provided by independent nonprofit patient assistance programs is based on the nonprofits' criteria. Amgen has no control over these programs and provides referrals as a courtesy only.

  Important Safety Information

  Do not take Neulasta ® if you have had a serious allergic reaction to pegfilgrastim or filgrastim.

  Before you receive Neulasta ® , tell your healthcare provider about all of your healthcare conditions, including if you:

  • Have a sickle cell disorder
  • Have had severe skin reactions to acrylic adhesives
  • Are allergic to latex – The needle cap on the prefilled syringe contains dry natural rubber (derived from latex).
  • Have kidney problems
  • Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Neulasta ® may harm your unborn baby.
  • Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if Neulasta ® passes into your breast milk.

  Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

  What are the possible serious side effects of Neulasta ® ?

  • Spleen Rupture. Your spleen may become enlarged and can rupture while taking Neulasta ® . A ruptured spleen can cause death. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have pain in the left upper stomach area or left shoulder tip area.
  • A serious lung problem called Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Call your healthcare provider or get emergency medical help right away if you have shortness of breath with or without a fever, trouble breathing, or a fast rate of breathing.
  • Serious Allergic Reactions. Neulasta ® can cause serious allergic reactions. These reactions can cause a rash over your whole body, shortness of breath, wheezing, dizziness, swelling around your mouth or eyes, fast heart rate and sweating.

  If you have an allergic reaction during the delivery of Neulasta ® , remove the on-body injector for Neulasta ® by grabbing the edge of the adhesive pad and peeling off the on-body injector. Get emergency medical help right away.

  • Sickle Cell Crises. You may have a serious sickle cell crisis, which could lead to death, if you have a sickle cell disorder and receive Neulasta ® .
  • Kidney injury (glomerulonephritis). Neulasta ® can cause kidney injury. Call your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following symptoms: swelling of your face or ankles, blood in your urine or dark colored urine, or you urinate less than usual.
  • Increased white blood cell count (leukocytosis). Your healthcare provider will check your blood during treatment with Neulasta ® .
  • Decreased platelet count (thrombocytopenia). Your healthcare provider will check your blood during treatment with Neulasta ® . Tell your healthcare provider if you have unusual bleeding or bruising during treatment with Neulasta ® . This could be a sign of decreased platelet counts, which may reduce the ability of your blood to clot.
  • Capillary Leak Syndrome. Neulasta ® can cause fluid to leak from blood vessels into your body’s tissues. This condition is called "Capillary Leak Syndrome" (CLS). CLS can quickly cause you to have symptoms that may become life-threatening. Get emergency medical help right away if you develop any of the following symptoms:
    • Swelling or puffiness and are urinating less than usual
    • Trouble breathing
    • Swelling of your stomach area (abdomen) and feeling of fullness
    • Dizziness or feeling faint
    • A general feeling of tiredness

    The most common side effect of Neulasta ® is pain in your bones and in your arms and legs.

    These are not all the possible side effects of Neulasta ® . Call your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects. You may report negative side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

    Neulasta ® Injection: 6 mg/0.6 mL in a single-dose prefilled syringe for manual use only.

    Neulasta ® Injection: 6 mg/0.6 mL in a single-dose prefilled syringe co-packaged with the on-body injector (OBI) for Neulasta ® (Neulasta ® Onpro ® kit).

    Important Safety Information
    Do not take Neulasta ® if you have had a serious allergic reaction to pegfilgrastim or filgrastim.
    Before you receive Neulasta ® , tell your healthcare provider about all of your healthcare conditions, including if you:
    • Have a sickle cell disorder
    • Have had severe skin reactions to acrylic adhesives