Epotrend 5000IU Injection

Composition Recombinant Human Erythropoietin (5000IU)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack prefilled syringe of 0.5 ml Injection
Storage None
Chemical Class Amino Acids, Peptides Analogues
Action Class Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (ESAs)
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Anthem Biopharma
Manufacturer address No 49, Canara Bank Road, Bommasandra Industrial Area, Phase 1, Hosur Road, Bangalore 560 099, Karnataka, India.

Epotrend 5000IU Injection is a medicine used to treat anemia in people with chronic kidney disease and cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. It stimulates the production of red blood cells in the body. Thus, helps increase the red blood cell levels in the body and alleviates anemia associated symptoms.

Epotrend 5000IU Injection is used to treat anemia (deficiency of red blood cells in blood)

Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Epotrend 5000IU Injection is a man-made version of natural erythropoietin. It works by stimulating the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. These cells are then released from the bone marrow into the bloodstream.

Q: What if you forget to take Epotrend Injection?
A: If you miss a dose of Epotrend 5000IU Injection, consult your doctor.

Epotrend 5000IU Injection is usually given to patients who have a low hemoglobin related to chronic (long-lasting) kidney disease, cancer or to patients who have anemia that is not responding to other therapy.

Iron supplements are often needed for patients who are on Epotrend 5000IU Injection.

Check blood pressure and heart rate as recommended by your doctor.

If you have any serious concerns, contact a hematologist.

In Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

Epotrend 5000IU Injection is a man-made protein that helps your bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. It is used to treat anemia which is caused by kidney disease in adults and children who are on dialysis. Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. This medicine helps reduce weakness and tiredness that you may be experiencing due to anemia. The injection is usually given by a doctor after a dialysis treatment.

High blood pressure

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Epotrend 5000IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Epotrend 5000IU Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Epotrend 5000IU Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Epotrend 5000IU Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Epotrend 5000IU Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.

Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Epotrend 5000IU Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

John MJ, Jaison V, Jain K, et al. Erythropoietin use and abuse. Indian J Endocrinol Metab. 2012 Mar;16(2):220-7. [Accessed 09 Aug. 2023]. (online) Available from: View