Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Releuko is injected under the skin or into a vein. A healthcare provider may teach you or your caregiver how to properly use this medication at home.
Doses are based on weight. Your dose may change if you gain or lose weight.
Your healthcare provider will show you where to inject Releuko. Do not inject into the same place two times in a row.
Do not inject into areas where the skin is tender, bruised, red, or hard. Avoid injecting into skin that has scars or stretch marks.
Do not change your dose or stop using a medicine without your doctor's advice.
Your dose needs may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using only the medicine your doctor prescribes. Do not switch brand forms without your doctor's advice.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand how to use an injection.
Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Call your pharmacist if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors or has particles in it.
Do not reuse a needle or syringe. Place them in a puncture-proof "sharps" container and dispose of it following state or local laws. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Your blood will need to be tested often. You may need medical tests to help determine how long you should use Releuko.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Releuko.
Store Releuko in the original container in a refrigerator, away from light. Do not freeze and do not shake.
Do not warm the medicine with hot water, sunlight, or a microwave.
Take the medicine out of the refrigerator and let it reach room temperature for 30 minutes before using.
Do not leave Neupogen, Nivestym or Releuko out for longer than 24 hours. Do not leave Zarxio out for longer than 4 days.
Throw away a prefilled syringe or vial (bottle) after one use, even if there is still medicine left inside.
Releuko Dosage information (more detail)