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Epoetin beta-methoxy polyethylene glycol
Latest prescription information about Epoetin beta-methoxy polyethylene glycol. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Epoetin beta-methoxy polyethylene glycol
Pronunciation : e POE e tin BAY ta meth OX ee pol ee ETH il een GLYE kol
Trade Name(s):
India- Mircera Pf-Syringe, Neorecormon Pf-Syringe, Recormon Pf-Syringe. International- Epogen, Eprex, Procrit. This medication is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent, prescribed for anemia in people with chronic kidney failure. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult- IV- Initial dose: The recommended dose is 0.6 mcg/kg. How it should be taken : It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, seizures, blood cell disorder, blood clotting disorder, or a history of stroke, blood clots, or heart attack, high blood pressure, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Patient may develop with increased risk of kidney failure, heart attack, heart failure and stroke; if it is so stop this medication immediately. * Monitor blood pressure, hemoglobin level, signs and symptoms of allergic reactions regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Severe Effect - Tumor growth, heart failure, kidney damage, high blood pressure, seizures and blood clot events. Heart - Low blood pressure. Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, vomiting and constipation. Infections - Upper respiratory tract infection and urinary tract infection. Central Nervous System - Headache. Musculoskeletal - Muscle spasms, back pain and pain in extremities. Metabolic - Excess fluid. Respiratory - Increased cough. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it in refrigerator (2° to 8°C), do not freeze it. |
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