Epofit 5000IU Injection
Rs.1881for 1 prefilled syringe(s) (1 Injection each)
food interaction for Epofit Injection
alcohol interaction for Epofit Injection
pregnancy interaction for Epofit Injection
lactation interaction for Epofit Injection
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Epofit 5000IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Epofit 5000IU 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Epofit 5000IU Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Epofit 5000IU Injection
Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa(5000IU)
Epofit injection uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of anemia due to chemotherapy and anemia due to chronic kidney disease.
How epofit injection works
Epofit 5000IU 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.
Common side effects of epofit injection
High blood pressure, Nausea, Vomiting, Fever, Rash, Joint pain, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Chills, Hypersensitivity, 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, Convulsion, Red spots or bumps, Respiratory tract congestion, Thrombocythemia, Anaphylactic reaction, Porphyria
SUBSTITUTES FOR Epofit Injection
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Expert advice FOR Epofit Injection
- Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa 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 Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
Frequently asked questions FOR Epofit 5000IU Injection
Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa
Q. How should Epofit 5000IU 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. Epofit 5000IU 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 Epofit 5000IU Injection?
Tell the doctor or nurse immediately if you think too much Epofit 5000IU Injection has been injected.
Q. When should Epofit 5000IU Injection not be used?
Epofit 5000IU 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.