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Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta
Information about Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta
Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta Uses
Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta is used in the treatment of anemia due to chronic kidney disease.
How Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta works
Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta works by sending signals to the bone marrow to increase the production of red blood cells. This way it helps in treating anemia in patients who have chronic kidney disease.
Common side effects of Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta
Headache, Diarrhea, Body ache, Vomiting
Available Medicine for Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta
MirceraRoche Products India Pvt Ltd
₹5400 to ₹108503 variant(s)
Expert advice for Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta
- Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta 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 Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.