Repoitin 5000 IU Injection
About Repoitin 5000 IU Injection
Repoitin 5000 IU Injection helps in the production of red blood cells in the body by use of recombinant DNA technology. It increases the count of red blood cells in the body and is therefore used to treat anemia caused due to chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy and href='https://www.lybrate.com/topic/h-i-v' target='_blank'>HIV. People with high risk of blood loss due to surgeries take this medicine to reduce their need for blood transfusion. This medication produces red blood cells by causing stimulation of the bone marrow.
Repoitin injection should not be used if :- You are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- You have very high blood pressure.
- You have developed pure red cell aplasia after receiving the first dose of it.
The medication has a few side effects but most people experience no or minor effects. Side effects may include cough, headache, joint or bone pain, mild muscle pain, muscle spasm, pain and redness in injection site, nausea, vomiting and weight loss. In case of sever effects, seeking medical attention immediately is advised.
Ensure your doctor is informed about your other medications. Inform him if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are on hemodialysis, if you have had or are scheduled to have a surgery recently. Consumption of Repoitin 5000 IU Injection should be exactly like prescribed by the doctor and the dosage should not increase more than what is recommended. Overdosing may cause severe side effects to occur.
What are the uses of Repoitin 5000 IU Injection
Chronic Kidney Disease Associated Anemia
Chemotherapy Associated Anemia
Anemia Due To Use Of Medicines
Anemia Associated With Surgery
What are the contraindications of Repoitin 5000 IU Injection ?
Non-Chemotherapy Associated Anemia In Cancer Patients
Pure Red Cell Aplasia
Use of multi-dose vials
What are the side effects of Repoitin 5000 IU Injection ?
Headache
Muscle Or Joint Pain
Swelling And Redness At The Injection Site
Stomach Discomfort And Pain
Severe Skin Allergy
Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet
Difficulty In Breathing
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Difficulty In Swallowing
Increased Blood Pressure
Pure Red Cell Aplasia
Key highlights of Repoitin 5000 IU Injection
How long is the duration of effect?
The duration of effect for this medication depends on the intended use.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this injection can be observed within few days of administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women should avoid using this injection, unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor before using it.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Women who are breastfeeding an infant should not use Repoitin injection, unless absolutely necessary.
What are the substitutes for Repoitin 5000 IU Injection ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Repoitin 5000 IU Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Epotrust 5000 IU Injection
Panacea Biotec Ltd
- Zyrop 5000 IU Injection
Zydus Cadila
- Neo Recormon 5000 IU Injection
Roche
- Shanpoietin 5000 IU Injection
Sanofi India Ltd
- Vertin 16 MG Tablet
Abbott India Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
Contact your doctor if you have missed a scheduled dose of this medicine and follow all the instructions given.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
How does this medication work?
Repoitin 5000 IU Injection is a synthetic form of erythropoietin. It stimulates the proliferation and maturation of components that form the red blood cells in the body.
What are the interactions of Repoitin 5000 IU Injection ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Medicine
Ramipril
Report the use of Ramipril of any other medicine used for lowering high blood pressure to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of blood pressure level while using these medicines together.Cyclosporine
Report the use of either of the medication to the doctor. You may require undergoing clinical safety monitoring before using these medicines together.Thalidomide
Report the use of thalidomide to the doctor before receiving epoetin alfa. The risk of clot formation and associated side effects are very high if these medicines are used together. Your doctor may prescribe an alternate medication or administer these medications after adjusting the dose and safety monitoring.Interaction with Disease
Patients having an elevated blood pressure level should exercise caution while using this injection.Seizure Disorders
Patients suffering from seizure disorders should use some other safer alternative of this medication.Blood Clotting Disorder
Those who suffer from blood clotting disorders should not use Repoitin injection.Hemodialysis
This injection should be used with caution in patients undergoing hemodialysis. Consult a doctor to know more about this injection.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
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