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What is the trade name for epoetin alpha?
What is the trade name for epoetin alpha?
What classification does epoetin alpha fall under?
What classification does epoetin alpha fall under?
Hematopoietic growth factor
What are some side effects of epoetin alpha?
What are some side effects of epoetin alpha?
HTN, pure red cell aplasia, seizures, HA, fever, nausea, diarrhea, edema
What are important nursing considerations for administering epoetin alpha?
What are important nursing considerations for administering epoetin alpha?
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What is the trade name for filgrastim?
What is the trade name for filgrastim?
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What is the classification of filgrastim?
What is the classification of filgrastim?
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What is the mechanism of action of colony-stimulating factor?
What is the mechanism of action of colony-stimulating factor?
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What is the trade name for pegfilgrastim?
What is the trade name for pegfilgrastim?
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What are some side effects of filgrastim?
What are some side effects of filgrastim?
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What are important nursing considerations for administering filgrastim?
What are important nursing considerations for administering filgrastim?
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What is the trade name for sargramostim?
What is the trade name for sargramostim?
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What classification does sargramostim fall under?
What classification does sargramostim fall under?
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What are some side effects of sargramostim?
What are some side effects of sargramostim?
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What are important nursing considerations for administering sargramostim?
What are important nursing considerations for administering sargramostim?
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What is the trade name for aldesleukin?
What is the trade name for aldesleukin?
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What classification does aldesleukin fall under?
What classification does aldesleukin fall under?
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What is the mechanism of action for aldesleukin?
What is the mechanism of action for aldesleukin?
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What are some side effects of aldesleukin?
What are some side effects of aldesleukin?
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What are important nursing considerations for administering aldesleukin?
What are important nursing considerations for administering aldesleukin?
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What is the trade name for oprelvekin?
What is the trade name for oprelvekin?
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What classification does oprelvekin fall under?
What classification does oprelvekin fall under?
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What is a side effect of oprelvekin?
What is a side effect of oprelvekin?
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What are important nursing considerations for oprelvekin?
What are important nursing considerations for oprelvekin?
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What is the trade name for interferon alpha 2a?
What is the trade name for interferon alpha 2a?
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What is the trade name for interferon beta 1a?
What is the trade name for interferon beta 1a?
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What is the classification of interferon?
What is the classification of interferon?
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What is the mechanism of action for interferon?
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Study Notes
Epoetin Alpha (Epogen, Procrit)
- Trade names: Epogen, Procrit
- Classification: Hematopoietic growth factor
- Side effects: Hypertension (HTN), pure red cell aplasia, seizures (if blood pressure and hematocrit rise rapidly), headache, fever, nausea, diarrhea, edema, and a black box warning for increased risk of cardiovascular and thromboembolic events.
- Nursing considerations: Preferred administration via subcutaneous (SQ) route, also intravenous (IV) possible. Overdose managed by phlebotomy. Monitor blood pressure; not designed for emergency use, effects may take 2-6 weeks to occur. Patients require iron supplementation and it is contraindicated in myeloid malignancies.
Filgrastim (Neupogen)
- Trade name: Neupogen
- Classification: Colony-stimulating factor
- Mechanism of action: Stimulates production, maturation, and activation of neutrophils.
- Side effects: Adverse effects include bone pain (sternum, ribs, pelvis), splenomegaly, high leukocyte count, fatigue, rash, epistaxis, decreased platelet count, fever, and nausea/vomiting.
- Nursing considerations: Preferred SQ route. Administer at least 24 hours after chemotherapy. Discontinue if absolute neutrophil count (ANC) exceeds 10,000. Higher risk of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) in pediatric patients. Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to E. coli, sickle cell disease, and myeloid cancer.
Pegfilgrastim (Neulasta)
- Trade name: Neulasta
- Nursing considerations: Long duration of action due to polyethylene glycol (PEG) modification. Administered for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia, given once per chemotherapy cycle, and not within 14 days before or 24 hours after chemotherapy.
Sargramostim (Leukine)
- Trade name: Leukine
- Classification: Colony stimulating factor
- Side effects: May cause bone pain; first-time IV use can lead to respiratory distress.
- Nursing considerations: Administer via SQ route. Therapy begins when ANC is less than 500 cells/mm³ until ANC reaches 1500 for three consecutive days. Discontinue if ANC exceeds 10,000 cells/mm³.
Aldesleukin (Proleukin)
- Trade name: Proleukin
- Classification: Immunostimulant (interleukin)
- Mechanism of action: Promotes the proliferation of B and T cells, macrophages, and natural killer (NK) cells.
- Side effects: Classified as toxic, arises capillary leak syndrome, hypotension, potential fatality.
- Nursing considerations: Administered IV. Avoid use in lethargic patients as it may induce coma. Potential drug interactions with nearly all medications; dexamethasone may mitigate some toxicities from overdose.
Oprelvekin (Neumega)
- Trade name: Neumega
- Classification: Platelet enhancer (interleukin)
- Side effects: Risk of fluid overload.
- Nursing considerations: Avoid administration before chemotherapy sessions. Monitor for signs/symptoms of fluid overload, hypokalemia, dysrhythmias, and allergic reactions. Close monitoring recommended for children.
Interferon Alpha and Beta
- Interferon alpha 2a trade name: Roferon A
- Interferon alpha 2b trade name: Intron A
- Interferon beta 1a trade name: Avonex
- Classification: Immunostimulant/interferon, biologic response modifier.
- Mechanism of action: Non-specific inhibition of viral replication, enhances immune function, suppresses cancer cell growth.
- Interferon alpha 2b (Intron A) side effects: Flu-like symptoms, black box warning for aggravating neuropsychiatric, autoimmune, ischemic, or infectious disorders.
- Interferon beta 1a (Avonex) side effects: Flu-like syndrome, mood changes, hepatotoxicity. Administered via intramuscular (IM) injection, indicated for multiple sclerosis (MS).
Cyclosporine (Sandimmune)
- Trade name: Sandimmune
- Classification: Immunosuppressant/calcineurin inhibitor.
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This quiz covers essential information about Epoetin Alpha (Epogen, Procrit) and Filgrastim (Neupogen), including their classifications, mechanisms of action, side effects, and nursing considerations. Test your knowledge on their uses and patient management strategies.