Erykine 2000IU Injection
Erykine 2000IU 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.
Erykine 2000IU Injection
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About This Medicine
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Erykine 2000IU 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.
Erykine 2000IU 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.
Erykine 2000IU Injection is used to treat anemia (deficiency of red blood cells in blood)
03Uses
Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Erykine 2000IU 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Erykine Injection?
A: If you miss a dose of Erykine 2000IU Injection, consult your doctor.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Erykine 2000IU 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.
08Side Effects
High blood pressure
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Erykine 2000IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Erykine 2000IU Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Erykine 2000IU Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Erykine 2000IU 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 Erykine 2000IU 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 Erykine 2000IU Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Erykine 2000IU 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 Erykine 2000IU Injection.
Check blood pressure and heart rate as recommended by your doctor.
If you have any serious concerns, contact a hematologist.
References
Sources and references
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
