Messed up my filigrastim injection

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Help!   I managed to mess up the filigrastim and I missed a few drop though think I got most of it in.  Really frustrated, worried and upset, especially as this is the 3rd time and the others were fine. It's the one time one each cycle, I don't have to take the, every few days.

I called the nurse and she said not to worry, but I’d love to hear from anyone else who has done this and if you had any implications.

I think I just need some reassurance, thanks.....

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Yes do not worry, I missed the odd one where I managed to squirt most of the drug out, some days I was brilliant and other days not so good.  Good luck with the rest of the injections.  It was also a while before I realized the plunger gave a click and it means it has gone in.  One nurse said I should count to ten before removing the needle so it gives time for drug not to escape.  Wishing you the best.

  • Thank you, that's reassuring. I managed to pull out the plunger end....don't ask.... and then lost some getting it back in.  Felt angry with myself and then worried,  Really appreciate your reply 

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  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Hi,

    Don't worry some went in.It is used to boost your own bodies reaction,not everybody is prescribed them anyway.

       The injections,particularly one brand are very fiddly to use.Good luck next time.