Erykine 10000IU Injection (Recombinant Erythropoietin Alfa)
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | India |
|---|---|
| DOSAGE FORM | Injection |
| GENERIC NAME | Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa |
| INDICATION | Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease |
| PACKAGING | 1 ml in 1 vial |
| MANUFACTURER | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| COMPOSITION | Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa (10000IU) |
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Erykine 10000IU 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.
Erykine 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. Erykine Injection needs to be stored in a fridge but used at room temperature.
The most common side effects of taking this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fever, and increased blood pressure. It may also cause flu-like symptoms such as headache, tiredness, dizziness and aches and pains. These side effects are most common at the start of treatment but if they persist your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Tell your doctor straight away if you get any serious side effects, including seizures (fits). Sometimes this medicine can cause serious blood clots that need urgent medical attention.
Before using Erykine 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.
USES OF ERYKINE INJECTION
- Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
- Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy
BENEFITS OF ERYKINE INJECTION
In Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Epoetin’s Role in Chemotherapy-Induced Anemia
Chemotherapy can lead to anemia, affecting cancer patients’ quality of life and treatment outcomes. Epoetin is employed in managing chemotherapy-induced anemia, helping to reduce the need for blood transfusions and improving patients’ well-being.
Epoetin Injection Mechanism of Action: Stimulating Erythropoiesis
Understanding the mechanism of action of epoetin injections is essential for their clinical use. Epoetin binds to erythropoietin receptors on erythroid progenitor cells in the bone marrow, initiating a signaling cascade that triggers red blood cell production.
Erythropoietin and Hematopoietic Stem Cells
Hematopoietic stem cells are the starting point for red blood cell production, and erythropoietin has a significant influence on their fate. Exploring the relationship between erythropoietin and hematopoietic stem cells is essential for understanding erythropoiesis.
Dosing and Administration of Erythropoietin Injection
The dosing and administration of erythropoietin injections must be carefully calibrated to meet individual patient needs and specific medical conditions. This precision ensures optimal therapeutic results and patient safety.
Hormone Erythropoietin EPO Use in Cancer-Related Anemia
Cancer and its treatments can also lead to anemia, affecting the quality of life for cancer patients. EPO is employed to manage cancer-related anemia, helping to improve hemoglobin levels and reduce anemia-related symptoms in these patients.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ERYKINE INJECTION
Common side effects of Erykine
- 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 ERYKINE INJECTION
HOW ERYKINE INJECTION WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Kidney
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.
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