{"id":18836,"date":"2017-12-08T15:38:08","date_gmt":"2017-12-08T10:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18836"},"modified":"2018-07-30T15:21:58","modified_gmt":"2018-07-30T09:51:58","slug":"epogen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18836","title":{"rendered":"Epogen Injections \u2013 Information, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug trade name-<\/strong> Epogen, Procrit<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category-\u00a0<\/strong>Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agents (ESA, Treatment of Anemia)<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Generic name- <\/strong><em>epoetin alfa<\/em><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Introduction and Quick Information about Epogen:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Epogen is actually one of the potent man made proteins, which helps to produce more amounts of red blood cells. The quantity of this form of protein inside the body can be decreased when you experience kidney failure or make the use of certain medications. The low level of red blood cells known as anemia. Epogen is actually given in the form of an injection into a vein or under the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Epogen is generally recommended for the treatment of anemia, a complication which occurs when the human body fails to produce sufficient amount of red blood cells. Although Epogen can prove to be quite useful for those experiencing anemia because of chemotherapy, chronic renal failure, and various other diseases. This medication is connected to a variety of serious side effects that should need to be discussed with a physician before starting the treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Is Epogen Approved by FDA?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Yes, the U.S FDA has given its approval to <em>Epogen<\/em>\u00a0in July 1999 for the treatment of anemia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Usage and Benefits of Epogen:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Epogen is a prescribed medicine approved to treat anemia. It is included in the group of drugs called Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (ESA). Generally, Epogen can be used for the following purposes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Treating anemia, caused by the use of zidovudine (Combivir, Retrovir, Trizivir), which is an effective\u00a0HIV\u00a0medication<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Treating anemia because of chronic kidney failure<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Treating anemia caused by chemotherapy in those people who are suffering from cancer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Preventing blood transfusions in those individuals with anemia who are undergoing surgery<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There are many triggering factors, which can cause anemia such as Chemotherapy and chronic kidney failure.\u00a0Epogen is FDA-approved for the treatment of anemia caused by chemotherapy in those people who are experiencing non-myeloid cancers. This medication is also licensed to treat anemia in those who have chronic kidney failure, whether these people are on dialysis or not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lots of medicines can result in anemia and one of them is zidovudine, which is a prescribed medicine used to treat\u00a0AIDS and\u00a0HIV. Epogen is quite helpful to treat anemia occurred by the use of zidovudine.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">\u00a0<strong>Side Effects of Epogen:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The term \u2018side effects\u2019 is something which can make the patients more scared than relaxed after knowing that their illness can be treated. Most of the time it happens that they skip or avoid using any drug just because of the side effects associated with that.\u00a0 The only way to guard you against these side effects is by following them properly, accurately and on time. Some common Epogen side effects are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Pain spreading to shoulder or arm<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">chest pain or heavy feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">sweating<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">general ill feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">sudden numbness or weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">feeling short of breath<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">problems with speech, vision, or balance<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">sudden confusion<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">sudden headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">swelling pain or in one or both legs<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">swelling of your ankles or feet;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">increased blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">feeling fainting or light-headed<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">seizure (convulsions or black-out)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">mild headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">extreme dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">fever<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">sore throat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">flu symptoms or body aches<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">tenderness or pain where you injected the medicine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Seek the medical assistance in case you find any mentioned side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Recommended Dosages of Epogen:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Use this drug exactly in the same amount your doctor has prescribed to you. Never use it in a larger quantity or for longer than the prescribed period. Just follow the doctor\u2019s instructions on your prescription label.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Your healthcare provider might change your dosage occasionally so that you reap positive benefits always.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This drug is generally given in the form of injection. Your nurse, doctor, or even the pharmacist will give some specific details and instructions about how to use and when to use this medication.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Don\u2019t self-inject Epogen in case you are not fully aware of how to make the use of injection, needles, IV tubing, and various other things used in this treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Use one disposable needle just one time and discard it.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Never shake vial (bottle) rigorously as it may ruin the medicine. Also, stop the use of Epogen if it has changed its color.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Store Epogen in the refrigerator and never allow it to freeze.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In case I Miss my Dose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Most of the people, especially those who are very busy with their hectic lifestyles, tend to forget taking their medicines on time. However, this is not a big issue or a matter of concern. You can simply take the skipped dose when you remember about that. However, in case it the time to take the next prescribed dose, then don\u2019t take the missed one. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In case I Take Overdose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Overdose consequences can be fatal. Many people take a double dose or extra dose by mistake or sometimes intentionally also. Some Epogen overdose symptoms include dizziness, headache, itching (particularly after bathing), and redness on the face, fullness in the upper stomach, vision problems and shortness of breath can occur. If you think you have taken Epogen in extra amounts or more than the prescribed dose, then ask for the medical assistance as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Interactions of Epogen:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There is no known Epogen drug interaction.\u00a0However, for safety reason, you have to inform your doctor about all the medications and drugs you use, including mineral and vitamin supplements and any other health product.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Lifestyle and Food Habits you must Follow when on Epogen:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Always bear this in your mind that if your lifestyle is healthy, your medication will work more efficiently. Some people don\u2019t bother whether they are following a healthy lifestyle or an unhealthy tract and then these are the people who complain about the ineffectiveness of their drugs and sometimes abuse their doctors too. But, if you really want to enhance the efficacy of Epogen, then quit the intake of excessive alcohol and tobacco.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Also, inform your doctor if you have:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Uncontrolled or untreated high blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">allergic towards albumin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">allergic towards animal products<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">congestive heart failure, heart disease, or hypertension (high blood pressure);<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clots;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">cancer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">kidney disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">a clotting or blood cell disorder like hemophilia or sickle cell anemia<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>How Safe is Epogen for Pregnant Women or Nursing Mothers?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It is not sure whether this drug can cause harm to an unborn infant or not but yes, majority of the drugs are not so safe for the unborn babies. Hence, to protect your little one, always inform your healthcare provider in advance if you are expecting, a nursing mother or planning to become a mom. Well, it is believed this medication can reach the baby through the mother\u2019s breast milk and can do harm, as an adults body is different from a newborn\u2019s. Its better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Complications and Conditions Possible due to Prolonged use of Epogen:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Well, there is no such evidence which claims the habit-forming ability of Epogen. It is generally believed that the prolonged and an extended use of any drug can make people addicted. Hence, never stop its use completely without consulting your physician first. Suddenly quitting its use may lead to some withdrawal symptoms. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Availability of the Epogen:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You have two options to purchase this drug. Firstly, you can visit any nearby local drug store that is government approved or secondly, you can visit the websites of some certified drug companies which offer customers the desired drug along with the complete and genuine information about the same.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drug trade name- Epogen, Procrit Category-\u00a0Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agents (ESA, Treatment of Anemia) Generic name- epoetin alfa\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Introduction and Quick Information about Epogen: Epogen is actually one of the potent man made proteins, which helps to produce more amounts of red blood cells. 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