Eprex 4000 Injection
MRP: ₹1,820.00
Packaging
04 INJECTION
Composition
Erythropoietin 4000IU
Company
J&J
Substitutes for Eprex 4000 Injection
| Medicine | Company | Price | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erypro Prefil 4000 | Biocon Ltd | ₹769.30 | Save ₹1,050.70 |
| Erypro 4000IU Inj. | Biocon Ltd | ₹879.20 | Save ₹940.80 |
| Eposis 4000 Iu Injection | Micro Labs | ₹933.00 | Save ₹887.00 |
| Vintor-4000 Inj. | Emcure Pharma | ₹1,200.00 | Save ₹620.00 |
| Eporec 4000 IU Injection | INTAS | ₹1,290.00 | Save ₹530.00 |
| Renocel 4000 IU Injection | Intas | ₹1,480.00 | Save ₹340.00 |
| Epofit 4000 IU Injection | INTAS | ₹1,480.00 | Save ₹340.00 |
| Ceriton 4000 IU Injection | Sun Pharma | ₹1,485.70 | Save ₹334.30 |
| Epotin 4000IU Inj. | Claris | ₹1,499.00 | Save ₹321.00 |
| Alphared 4000 IU Injection | Samarth Pharma | ₹1,500.00 | Save ₹320.00 |
| Epocept 4000 IU Injection | Lupin | ₹1,689.50 | Save ₹130.50 |
| Epotrust 4000 IU Injection | Panacea Biotec | ₹1,790.80 | Save ₹29.20 |
Side Effects of Eprex 4000 Injection
Hypertension, myalgia, arthralgia, flu-like syndrome, rashes and urticaria. Potentially Fatal: Hypertensive crisis with encephalopathy-like symptoms e.g. headache, confusion, generalised seizures. Thrombosis.
Drug Interactions
Haematinics enhance efficiency. Increased dose of heparin in patients undergoing dialysis.
Contraindications
Uncontrolled hypertension, hypersensitivity to mammalian cell products and human albumin.
Mechanism of Action
Erythropoietin regulates erythropoiesis by stimulating the differentiation and proliferation of erythroid precursors, stimulating the release of reticulocytes into the circulation, and synthesis of cellular haemoglobin. Recombinant human erythropoietin is available as epoetin alfa and epoetin beta which are used in the management of anaemias associated with CRF, cancer chemotherapy and anti-AIDS drug zidovudine.
Special Precautions
Chronic renal failure, ischaemic heart diseases, hypertension, pregnancy, seizures, liver dysfunction, lactation.
How to Use
Take orally with food and water, as directed by your physician.
How to Store
Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.
Safety Concerns
- Alcohol: Avoid during treatment.
- Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
- Pregnancy: Contraindicated.
- Liver/Kidney: Use with caution.
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Reviewed by: Registered Pharmacist