EPREX 4000 IU INJECTION

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Generic : Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa (4000IU/0.4ml)

Treatment : Anemia Due To Chronic Kidney Disease And Due To Cancer Chemotherapy

Pack size  : 0.4 Ml ( Prefilled Syringe )

Manufacturer : Janssen Pharmaceuticals

Made In : INDIA

UNIT PRICE

$35.15

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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 given by injection either under the skin or into a vein which will be decided by your doctor. Usually, the injections are given by a nurse or doctor. The dose depends on your body weight and the cause of your anemia. Iron supplements both before and during treatment may make this treatment more effective. Eprex 4000 Injection needs to be stored in a fridge but used at room temperature.

Before using Eprex 4000 Injection you should tell your doctor if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease, or gout (disease of joint pain). You should also tell him/her what other medicines you are taking in case they affect this treatment. Your blood pressure should be checked often during this treatment by you or your doctor. You may also need other regular medical tests to be sure this medicine is not causing harmful effects. It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

 

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.

 

HOW TO USE EPREX INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

 

HOW EPREX INJECTION WORKS

Eprex 4000 Injection is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA). It works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue inside the bones which produces red blood cells) to produce more red blood cells.

 

SAFETY ADVICE

warnings

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Eprex 4000 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
warnings

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.
warnings

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.
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Driving

UNSAFE
Eprex 4000 Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
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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.
warnings

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.

 

INTERACTION WITH DRUGS

  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • LENALIDOMIDE
  • THALIDOMIDE
  • POMALIDOMIDE

 

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE EPREX INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Eprex 4000 Injection, please consult your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS

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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

FAQ's

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Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Pack size  – 0.4 ml

pack form  – prefilled syringe

MORE INFORMATION

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 Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.

Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

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