Eprex 4000 Injection
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Product introduction
Eprex 4000 Injection is a medicine that helps your bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. It is used to treat a type of anemia caused by kidney disease. It is also used to treat anemia caused by cancer chemotherapy and by taking medicines to treat HIV.
Eprex 4000 Injection is used to treat anemia (deficiency of red blood cells in blood)
Eprex 4000 Injection is used to treat anemia (deficiency of red blood cells in blood)
Uses of Eprex Injection
Benefits of Eprex Injection
In Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Eprex 4000 Injection is a man-made protein that helps your bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. It is used to treat anemia which is caused by kidney disease in adults and children who are on dialysis. Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. This medicine helps reduce weakness and tiredness that you may be experiencing due to anemia. The injection is usually given by a doctor after a dialysis treatment.
In Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy
Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. Eprex 4000 Injection is a man-made protein that works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue inside the bones) to produce more red blood cells. The natural human form of this protein may be reduced when you are having chemotherapy to treat some types of cancer. An injection of the medicine can reduce the need to have a blood transfusion. You may also be given iron supplements to make the treatment more effective.
Side effects of Eprex Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Eprex
- High blood pressure
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Rash
- Joint pain
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Chills
- Cough
- Bone pain
- Muscle spasm
- Dizziness
- Vascular occlusion
- Injection site irritation
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- Weight loss
- Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
- Increased glucose level in blood
- Blood clot in the blood vessels
How to use Eprex Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Eprex 4000 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Eprex 4000 Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Eprex 4000 Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Eprex 4000 Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Eprex 4000 Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Eprex 4000 Injection is recommended.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Eprex 4000 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Eprex 4000 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Eprex Injection?
If you miss a dose of Eprex 4000 Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Eprex 4000 Injection helps in the treatment of anemia that may have occurred due to chronic kidney disease or cancer chemotherapy.
- It is given as a single injection under your skin.
- Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of hemoglobin, blood cells and electrolytes such as potassium in your blood.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, problems with your eyesight, nausea, vomiting or fits (seizures).
- Stop taking Eprex 4000 Injection and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino Acids, Peptides Analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Eprex 4000 Injection
Once A Week
54%
Twice A Week
23%
Once A Month
11%
Once A Day
5%
Twice A Month
4%
Thrice A week
2%
Alternate Day
2%
What are you using Eprex Injection for?
Anemia due to*
70%
Anemia
30%
*Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
42%
Average
33%
Poor
25%
What were the side-effects while using Eprex 4000 Injection?
No Side Effec*
67%
Pulmonary thr*
33%
*No Side Effect, Pulmonary thromboembolism
How do you take Eprex Injection?
With or witho*
50%
Empty stomach
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Eprex 4000 Injection on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
How should Eprex 4000 Injection be stored?
In the hospital, pre-filled syringes are stored unopened in a refrigerator between 2 and 8 ℃. If you are using this medicine at home, it is important that the pre-filled syringe is stored in your refrigerator. Do not store it in the freezer. Allow the pre-filled syringe to reach room temperature prior to using it. This usually takes between 15 and 30 minutes. Eprex 4000 Injection pre-filled syringes that are being used or about to be used can be kept at room temperature (not above 25°C) for a maximum single period of 7 days. Keep these pre-filled syringes away from children and protected from light.
What to do if you use too much Eprex 4000 Injection?
Tell the doctor or nurse immediately if you think too much Eprex 4000 Injection has been injected.
When should Eprex 4000 Injection not be used?
Eprex 4000 Injection should not be used if the solution is clouded or you can see particles floating in it or if the medicine has expired. Refer to the expiry date on the label. You should also not use the medicine if you know or think that it may have been accidentally frozen or if there has been a refrigerator failure.
Can Eprex 4000 Injection be used in children?
Yes, Eprex 4000 Injection is used to treat anemia caused due to chronic kidney disease in children who are above 1 year of age. The effectiveness of Eprex 4000 Injection and side effects seen in children are similar to adults.
Can Eprex 4000 Injection affect blood pressure?
Yes, Eprex 4000 Injection can affect blood pressure. During initial therapy with Eprex 4000 Injection, blood pressure should be monitored and those who have high blood pressure should take appropriate measures to control blood pressure. Your doctor may stop Eprex 4000 Injection if the blood pressure remains uncontrolled.
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Country of origin: Switzerland
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