Neupogen isn't approved to treat the condition, called afebrile neutropenia, although doctors commonly prescribe it to stimulate production of white-blood cells in patients with low counts in the hope that it will ward off infections.
The term PRN is a Latin phrase typically used in the medical field, which means pro re nata, translated, âas neededâor âwhen necessaryâ. Simply put when you hear or see someone use the abbreviation PRN within the medical field they are likely saying, use as needed. This is commonly used when prescribing medication (which weâll [â¦]
2014 AAPD Definition of Medically Necessary Care. Medically necessary care (MNC) is the reasonable and essential diag-. nostic, preventive, and treatment services (including supplies, appliances, and devices) and follow-up care as determined by qualified health care. providers, in treating any condition, disease, injury, or congenital or de-. velopmental malformation.