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ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Epoetin:4000IU
- Manufactured by : Pharmatec Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd
- Drug Strength : 4000IU
- Drug Form : Injection
- Pack Size : Vial
- Product SKU : dis_22017
Epoetin:4000IU | Anabolics & hematopoietics
Manufactured / Marketed By : Pharmatec Product Form : InjectionPack Size : VialIngredients : Epoetin:4000IUGeneric Category : Anabolics & hematopoietics
How it works
ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial work by causing the bone marrow (soft tissue inside the bones where blood is made) to make more red blood cells.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial
- Fever
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Mouth sores
- Headache
- Muscle or joint pain
- Cough
- Diarrhea
- Swelling and redness at the injection site
- Stomach discomfort and pain
- Severe skin allergy severe
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet Difficulty in breathing severe
- Difficulty in breathing severe
- Wheezing severe
- Dizziness and fainting severe
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Difficulty in swallowing severe
- Increased blood pressure
- Pure red cell aplasia severe
Uses of ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial
What is it prescribed for?
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Chronic kidney disease associated anemia
This medicine is used to treat anemia in patients having chronic kidney diseases.
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Chemotherapy associated anemia
This medicine is used to treat anemia associated with the use of chemotherapy medicines to treat certain specific types of cancer.
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Anemia due to use of medicines
This medicine is used to treat anemia associated with the use of Zidovudine to treat HIV infection.
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Anemia associated with surgery
This medicine is also used before and after certain surgeries where chances of significant blood loss is high. It reduces the dependency on blood transfusion process.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed after several days of administration.
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Duration of Effect
The time for which the effect of this medicine persists is subjected to variations depending on the intended use.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported
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Usage in pregnancy?
Use of this medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the potential benefits and risks should be considered before administering this medicine. Use of this medicine containing benzyl alcohol as an ingredient and use of multi-dose vial is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
Use of this medicine is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding an infant unless absolutely necessary. The use of benzyl alcohol containing dosage forms or multi-dose vials are not recommended.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a history of allergy to ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial or albumin or any other ingredient present in the dosage form.
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Non-chemotherapy associated anemia in cancer patients
This medicine is not recommended for use to treat anemia in cancer patients who are are not receiving any chemotherapy medication.
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High blood pressure
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have high blood pressure and are not taking any medicine to control it.
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Pure red cell aplasia
This medicine is not recommended for use if the patient has had a history of pure red cell aplasia after using this medicine or other medicines belonging to the Eryhtropoietin class of drugs.
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Use of multi-dose vials
Use of multi-dose vials of this medicine is not recommended for children or pregnant women. The risk of severe adverse effects are increasingly high in such cases.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
Use of this medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the potential benefits and risks should be considered before administering this medicine. Use of this medicine containing benzyl alcohol as an ingredient and use of multi-dose vial is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Breast-feeding
Use of this medicine is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding an infant unless absolutely necessary. The use of benzyl alcohol containing dosage forms or multi-dose vials are not recommended.
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Not for immediate effect
This medicine should not be used in cases where an immediate increase in red blood cell count is desired.
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Ongoing cancer treatment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are being treated with biological or radiological medications. It is also not recommended for use in patients who are receiving myelosuppressive therapy for a curable form of cancer.
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Surgery of heart and blood vessels
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are about to have a surgery of the heart or blood vessels.
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Autologous blood donation before surgery
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are giving their own blood for transfusion before surgery.
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Heart and blood vessel disorders
This medicine should be used with caution since it can cause severe to fatal adverse effects especially in patients suffering from a pre-existing condition of the heart and blood vessels.
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Seizures
This medicine can cause seizures in patients suffering from a kidney disorder especially in the early stages of treatment. All such patients should be dosed carefully with appropriate monitoring.
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Other ingredients
This medicine may contain benzyl alcohol or albumin which increases the risk of certain adverse effects and hence should be carefully administered.
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Multi-dose vials
Use of multi-dose vials or vials containing benzyl alcohol is not recommended for small children.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Contact your doctor if you have missed a scheduled dose of this medicine and follow all the instructions given.
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Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Ramipril
- Cyclosporine moderate
- Thalidomide severe
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with elevated blood pressure levels especially if it is uncontrolled. Your doctor will ensure that the blood pressure is under control before the use of ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial .
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from seizure disorders as the risk of adverse effects are significantly high. You may require clinical monitoring at least in the early stages of treatment with ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial .
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with blood clotting disorders since the risks of severe adverse effects are very high. Any disease of the heart and blood vessels should be reported to the doctor before treatment with ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial is initiated.
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severe
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients undergoing hemodialysis. Suitable dose adjustment and clinical monitoring is recommended while giving this medicine.
General Instructions
Take This medicine as instructed by the doctor and adhere to the dosage changes made in the course of treatment. It is advised to take this medication in the presence of a trained healthcare professional.
Other details
- Food timings: Information not available
- Administration time: Information not available
- Sleep inducing: Information not available
References
- medlineplus.gov - Epoetin [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a692034.html [cited 9/9/2020]. 2020
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver ERITHROMAX 4000IU Injection Vial. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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