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Neumega

oprelvekin
Used for Chronic ITP
Used for Chronic ITP

Neumega (oprelvekin) is a medication used to prevent severely low platelet levels in adults receving a certain type of chemotherapy (anti-cancer medication). It's no longer available in the United States, because it was discontinued.

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Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP
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Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on July 28, 2022
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Drug Facts

Common BrandsNeumega (brand no longer available)
Drug ClassPlatelet growth factor
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
faqs

Frequently asked questions about Neumega (oprelvekin)

What is Neumega (oprelvekin)?
Neumega (oprelvekin) is a platelet growth factor used to prevent severely low platelet levels (thrombocytopenia) after receiving chemotherapy. Platelets help form blood clots to help you stop bleeding when you get injured. When you receive chemotherapy that causes your platelet levels to drop very low, you're at risk of serious bleeding. Neumega (oprelvekin) stimulates (turns on) cells in your bone marrow to make platelets so your levels don't get too low.
Is Neumega (oprelvekin) still available?
No, Neumega (oprelvekin) has been discontinued and is no longer available in the United States. It's not clear why the medication has been discontinued.
What other medications are currently available that can raise platelet levels?
According to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guidelines, Nplate (romiplostim) is currently used off-label to raise platelet levels in people who are receiving chemotherapy. Some studies also suggest that similar medications like Promacta (eltrombopag) may be helpful in certain situations. Speak to your provider about the best treatment options for you.
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Interactions between Neumega (oprelvekin) and other drugs

Neumega (oprelvekin) may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Neumega (oprelvekin). Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

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