Renocrit 4000IU Injection

Renocrit 4000IU Injection is a medicine that helps your bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. It is used to treat a type of anemia caused by kidney disease. It is also used to treat anemia caused by cancer chemotherapy and by taking medicines to treat HIV.

Renocrit 4000IU Injection is given by injection either under the skin or into a vein which will be decided by your doctor. Usually, the injections are given by a nurse or doctor. The dose depends on your body weight and the cause of your anemia. Iron supplements both before and during treatment may make this treatment more effective. Renocrit 4000IU Injection needs to be stored in a fridge but used at room temperature.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fever, and increased blood pressure. It may also cause flu-like symptoms such as headache, tiredness, dizziness and aches and pains. These side effects are most common at the start of treatment but if they persist your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Tell your doctor straight away if you get any serious side effects, including seizures (fits). Sometimes this medicine can cause serious blood clots that need urgent medical attention.

Before using Renocrit 4000IU Injection you should tell your doctor if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease, or gout (disease of joint pain). You should also tell him/her what other medicines you are taking in case they affect this treatment. Your blood pressure should be checked often during this treatment by you or your doctor. You may also need other regular medical tests to be sure this medicine is not causing harmful effects. It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

USES OF RENOCRIT INJECTION

·         Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

·         Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy

BENEFITS OF RENOCRIT INJECTION

In Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

Renocrit 4000IU 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.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF RENOCRIT INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Renocrit

·         High blood pressure

·         Nausea

·         Fever

·         Vomiting

·         Flu-like symptoms

HOW TO USE RENOCRIT INJECTION

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

HOW RENOCRIT INJECTION WORKS

Renocrit 4000IU Injection is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA). It works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue inside the bones which produces red blood cells) to produce more red blood cells.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Renocrit 4000IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Renocrit 4000IU Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Renocrit 4000IU Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Renocrit 4000IU Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Renocrit 4000IU Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Renocrit 4000IU Injection is recommended.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.

Liver

CAUTION

Renocrit 4000IU Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Renocrit 4000IU Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE RENOCRIT INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Renocrit 4000IU Injection, please consult your doctor.