Mozobil overview
BRAND NAMES:
Mozobil
Generic Names:
Mozobil
Uses:
Prepares blood for a stem cell transplant as part of the treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma or multiple myeloma.
Therapeutic Classes:
Hematopoietic
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Mozobil used for?
Mozobil is a prescription-only medication that is used to collect stem cells within the bloodstream. When taken, Mozobil releases hematopoietic stem cells from the bone marrow into the bloodstream to allow easy collection in patients diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma or multiple myeloma.
What form(s) does Mozobil come in?
Injectable
What are common Mozobil dosages?
Vial 1.2000000476837158ML of 24MG/1.2ML
Mozobil images - What does Mozobil look like?
Mozobil
1.2ml of 24mg/1.2ml vial
How to take Mozobil
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin. This medicine should be started after you have received another medicine (including G-CSF) for 4 days.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin. This medicine should be started after you have received another medicine (including G-CSF) for 4 days.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
What to do if you miss a dose of Mozobil
Mozobil contraindications - Who shouldn't take Mozobil?
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to plerixafor, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Mozobil warnings
It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for 1 week after the last dose.
Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for 1 week after the last dose.
Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or leukemia.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Low blood pressure, which may lead to shockEnlarged spleen, which could burst
This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Mozobil interactions & what to avoid when taking Mozobil
It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease or leukemia.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Enlarged spleen Low blood pressure, which may lead to shock
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Mozobil side effects - How does Mozobil make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Pain in the left upper stomach or around the left shoulder
Less Serious Side Effects
Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Joint or muscle pain
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the shot is given
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