Mircera 100 MCG Injection
About Mircera 100 MCG Injection
Mircera 100 MCG Injection is an antibiotic used to treat numerous bacterial infections like pneumonia, strep throat, pelvic inflammatory disease, middle ear infections, bone or joint infections, endocarditis among others.
Mircera injection belongs to a lincosamide class of antibiotics and works by blocking bacteria from synthesising protein. This medication should be used to treat bacterial infections only and not against viruses, such as for common cold or flu.
Common side effects of this injection includes diarrhoea, jaundice, nausea, rashes on skin, urinating less than usual or not at all, pain at the site of injection, fever, body aches, unusual bleeding or easy bruising. If the side effects are more severe or persistent it is advisable to consult a doctor and discontinue the medication.
It is advised to avoid taking Mircera injection if –
- You suffer from gastrointestinal diseases.
- You are allergic to lincosamides.
- You have asthma, a liver disease, eczema, Crohn’s disease, or an intestinal disease.
- You are breastfeeding a baby.
The medication may interact with other medications and might alter the way the medicine works. Ensure that your doctor is aware of all your other medications before prescribing you with a dose of this injection. Mircera 100 MCG Injection is generally safe during pregnancy, but consult a doctor before taking it.
What are the uses of Mircera 100 MCG Injection
Chronic Kidney Disease Associated Anemia
Chemotherapy Associated Anemia
Anemia Due To Use Of Medicines
Anemia Associated With Surgery
What are the contraindications of Mircera 100 MCG Injection ?
Non-Chemotherapy Associated Anemia In Cancer Patients
Pure Red Cell Aplasia
Use of multi-dose vials
What are the side effects of Mircera 100 MCG 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 Mircera 100 MCG 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 mircera injection, unless absolutely necessary.
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?
Mircera 100 MCG 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 Mircera 100 MCG 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
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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 mircera 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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