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Compare Ryzneuta vs. Neulasta

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  • Ryzneuta (efbemalenograstim alfa)
    Neulasta (pegfilgrastim)
  • Ryzneuta (efbemalenograstim alfa)
    Neulasta (pegfilgrastim)

  • Summary of Ryzneuta vs. Neulasta

    Summary for Colony stimulating factor
    Prescription only

    Ryzneuta (efbemalenograstim alfa) is an injectable medication used to lower the risk of infection in adults with certain cancers who are getting chemotherapy that can cause low white blood cells. It's a long-acting growth factor that helps the body make more neutrophils, a type of white blood cell important for fighting infections. A healthcare professional will give it as a shot under the skin once during each chemotherapy cycle. Side effects include nausea, low red blood cells, and low platelet count.

    Summary for Colony-stimulating factor
    Prescription only

    Neulasta (pegfilgrastim) is an injectable medication that can lower your risk of infection when you have low white blood cells. It's usually used for people who've taken bone marrow-suppressing anticancer medications or have had exposure to radiation. It's similar to Neupogen (filgrastim), but lasts longer. There are many biosimilars to Neulasta (pegfilgrastim) available on the market, but they can't be switched without a new prescription.

  • Indications of Ryzneuta vs. Neulasta

    Indications for
    •Reduce the risk of infection in adults with certain cancers who are getting chemotherapy that can cause low white blood cells
    Indications for
    •Infection prevention in people with certain cancers receiving anticancer medications that can cause low white blood cells (or febrile neutropenia)
    •Increase survival in people exposed to bone marrow-suppressing radiation (Neulasta only)

  • Pros and Cons of Ryzneuta vs. Neulasta

    Pros and Const for Colony stimulating factor
    Pros
    •Only needs to be given once per chemotherapy cycle
    •Lowers the chance of serious infections due to chemotherapy
    •No significant interactions with other medications or supplements
    Cons
    •Not known if it's safe and effective in children
    •Commonly causes nausea as a side effect
    •Risk of serious complications like spleen rupture or breathing problems
    Pros and Const for Colony-stimulating factor
    Pros
    •Long-lasting and only needs to be given once per chemotherapy cycle
    •On-body injector (OBI) available for Neulasta that can help with administration after your chemotherapy treatment
    •Available as a prefilled syringe for easier use
    •No dose adjustments needed for people with kidney or liver problems
    Cons
    •Can cause bone pain
    •Requires frequent blood work so your provider can make sure it's working and safe for you
    •Not FDA approved for as many uses as filgrastim medications
    •Brand only, so it can be expensive

  • Common Side Effects of Ryzneuta vs. Neulasta

    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (51%)
    •Low red blood cell count (15%)
    •Low platelet count (12%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Bone pain (31%)
    •Pain in arms and legs (9%)

  • Warnings of Ryzneuta vs. Neulasta

    Common Side Effects for
    •Spleen rupture
    •Breathing problems
    •Serious allergic reactions
    •Sickle cell crisis in people with sickle cell disease
    •Kidney injury
    •Blood cell changes
    •Capillary leak syndrome
    •Cancer risk
    •Inflammation of the aorta
    Common Side Effects for
    •Large spleen
    •Breathing problems
    •Serious allergic reactions
    •Sickle cell crisis in people with sickle cell anemia
    •Kidney damage
    •Capillary leak syndrome
    •Cancer risk
    •Blood vessel damage

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