Introduction to Mozosted 24mg Injection
Mozosted 24mg Injection is an antineoplastic drug containing an active ingredient called Plerixafor. It is used in collecting, storing, and transplanting blood stem cells for lymphoma (WBC cancer), multiple myeloma (plasma cell cancer in bone marrow), and solid tumor patients. These medicines improve the mobilization of the stem cell into the bloodstream.
Talk to your doctor if you have any heart or kidney disorders. Before starting the treatment, notify your doctor if you have high WBC counts, low platelet counts, or a history of lightheadedness or fainting.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Mozosted 24mg Injection or any other medicine ingredients. Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, think you might be pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding. Report to your doctor immediately if you experience any adverse effects like rashes or swelling around your eyes, a change in breathing (lack of oxygen), or pain in the abdomen (upper left) or left shoulder.
Therapeutic Effects of Mozosted 24mg Injection
Mozosted 24mg Injection works by blocking a protein called CXCR4 (chemokine receptor) on stem cells, which helps them move from the bone marrow into the bloodstream. By blocking CXCR4, Mozosted 24mg Injection causes the stem cells to be released into the bloodstream, where the stem cells can be collected and isolated using a machine (apheresis) and stored for transplantation.
Interaction of Mozosted 24mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications interacting with Mozosted 24mg Injection may reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Mozosted 24mg Injection
- Keep Mozosted 24mg Injection out of sight and out of reach of children and pets.
- Do not refrigerate or freeze.
- Store below 25°C.
How to consume Mozosted 24mg Injection
This medicine is given only in a hospital setup by a healthcare provider. Mozosted 24mg Injection will be given to you by your doctor. It is given subcutaneously (under the skin). Your physician will decide the dosage and frequency of this injection based on the severity of your disease and other factors.
Safety Advices for Mozosted 24mg Injection
Pregnancy
It is unknown whether Mozosted 24mg Injection is harmful to the unborn baby. Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby think you may be pregnant.
Breast Feeding
It is unknown whether Mozosted 24mg Injection is excreted in breast milk. So, before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more information.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Mozosted 24mg Injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any liver disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Liver
It is unknown whether Mozosted 24mg Injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any liver disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking Mozosted 24mg Injection is safe. Please speak with your physician.
Driving
Mozosted 24mg Injection can cause dizziness and fatigue while driving. It is advised to speak with your doctor about when to start the drive while under medication.
Side Effects of Mozosted 24mg Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Rashes and swelling around the eyes
- Difficulty in breathing
- Faintness
- Upper left abdomen pain
- Left shoulder pain
Common
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Redness or irritation in the injection site
- Low RBC count (anemia)
- Feeling tired
- Constipation, indigestion
- Dry mouth, numbness (around the mouth)
- Joint pains
- Pain in muscle and bones
- Sweating
- Stomach symptoms (pain, swelling or discomfort)
- Difficulty in sleeping
- Headache
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