The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Bone pain (31%)
- Pain in arms and legs (9%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Injection site reaction
Neulasta serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
- Ruptured spleen: pain in your left upper stomach or shoulder
- Serious allergic reaction: rash, trouble breathing, swelling of your tongue, lips, or throat
Source: FDA
The following Neulasta side effects have also been reported
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.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Incidence not known
Black, tarry stools
bleeding gums
bleeding, blistering, burning, coldness, discoloration of the skin, feeling of pressure, hives, infection, inflammation, itching, lumps, numbness, pain, rash, redness, scarring, soreness, stinging, swelling, tenderness, tingling, ulceration, or warmth at the injection site
blisters in the skin
blood in the urine or stools
cloudy urine
decrease in how much or how often you urinate
difficulty with swallowing
dizziness
fainting or lightheadedness
fast heartbeat
flushing or redness of the skin
hives or welts, skin rash
itching, puffiness, or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
lower back or side pain
painful or difficult urination
pinpoint red spots on the skin
sores on the skin
stomach pain
swelling of the hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
swollen glands
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness
unusually warm skin
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
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:
More common
Belching
change in sense of taste
cracked lips
hair loss or thinning of the hair
indigestion
joint pain
lack or loss of strength
loss of appetite
muscle soreness
swelling or inflammation of the mouth
trouble sleeping
vomiting
weakness, generalized
Incidence not known
Body produces substance that can bind to drug making it less effective or cause side effects
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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