Repoitin 10000IU Injection (Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa 10000IU)
| 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 prefilled syringe |
| MANUFACTURER | SERUM INSTITUTE OF INDIA LTD |
| COMPOSITION | Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa (10000IU) |
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Repoitin 10000 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.
Repoitin 10000 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. Repoitin 10000 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 Repoitin 10000 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 REPOITIN INJECTION
- Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
- Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy
BENEFITS OF REPOITIN INJECTION
In Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Epoetin in Chronic Kidney Disease and Renal Anemia
Chronic kidney disease often leads to renal anemia, a condition where the body’s production of red blood cells is compromised. Epoetin plays a vital role in managing renal anemia by stimulating erythropoiesis and improving hemoglobin levels in these patients.
Epoetin Injection in Perioperative and Surgical Settings
Epoetin injections are sometimes administered before surgery to optimize a patient’s red blood cell count, reducing the need for blood transfusions during and after surgical procedures. This approach can improve postoperative recovery and outcomes.
Erythropoietin as a Performance-Enhancing Drug
Unfortunately, erythropoietin has been misused as a performance-enhancing drug in sports due to its ability to increase oxygen delivery to muscles, improving endurance and athletic performance. This has raised ethical and health concerns in the world of sports.
Erythropoietin Injection Mechanism of Action
Understanding the mechanism of action of erythropoietin injections is essential for their effective use in medical practice. EPO binds to specific receptors on erythroid progenitor cells in the bone marrow, initiating a signaling cascade that leads to red blood cell production.
Hormone Erythropoietin EPO and Renal Anemia
Renal anemia often arises in individuals with chronic kidney disease, as the kidneys are the primary site of EPO production. Dysfunction in the kidneys can lead to reduced EPO levels, resulting in anemia. EPO is commonly used in the management of renal anemia, addressing the EPO deficiency and enhancing red blood cell production.
SIDE EFFECTS OF REPOITIN INJECTION
Common side effects of Repoitin
- 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 REPOITIN INJECTION
HOW REPOITIN 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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