- ≥3 weeks since last cycle of chemotherapy (thalidomide, dexamethasone, and Velcade™ are not considered prior chemotherapy for the purpose of this study) NOTE: Although thalidomide, dexamethasone, and Velcade™ are not considered prior chemotherapy for the purpose of this study, none are to be administered within 7 days prior to the first dose of G-CSF (see Exclusion Criteria).