Neupogen

Common known side effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

The side effects listed below include only those that might be caused by colony stimulating factors. To find out about other side effects that may be caused by the cancer medicines you are also receiving, look under the information about those specific medicines.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

For filgrastim: Less common

For filgrastim: Rare

For sargramostim: Less common

For sargramostim: Rare

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

For filgrastim, pegfilgrastim, and sargramostim: More common

For sargramostim only (in addition to the above): Less common or rare

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.