Epofer 10000 Injection Information

Epofer 10000 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Epofer 10000 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Epofer 10000 Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Epofer 10000 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Urticaria. Some other side effects of Epofer 10000 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Epofer 10000 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Epofer 10000 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Epofer 10000 Injection related warnings talks about Epofer 10000 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Epofer 10000 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Epofer 10000 Injection in conditions like Angina, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Epofer 10000 Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Epofer 10000 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Epofer 10000 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Epofer Benefits & Uses
Epofer Dosage & How to Take
Epofer Side Effects
Epofer Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Epofer with Other Drugs
Epofer Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Epofer
Epofer Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Epofer 10000 Injection Benefits & Uses

Epofer 10000 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines

Epofer 10000 Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Anemia of Chronic Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Anemia of Chronic Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anemia of Chronic Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anemia of Chronic Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Anemia of Chronic Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Epofer 10000 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Epofer 10000 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Epofer may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Epofer again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Epofer 10000 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Epofer. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Epofer 10000 Injection on the Kidneys?

Epofer does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Epofer 10000 Injection on the Liver?

Epofer does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Epofer 10000 Injection on the Heart?

Epofer is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Epofer 10000 Injection with Other Drugs

Epofer 10000 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Danazol

Epofer 10000 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epofer 10000 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angina
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Hyperkalemia
Sickle Cell Disease
Cystic Fibrosis
Cancer
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Frequently asked Questions about Epofer 10000 Injection

Is this Epofer 10000 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Epofer 10000 Injection has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Epofer 10000 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Epofer 10000 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Epofer 10000 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Epofer 10000 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Epofer 10000 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Epofer 10000 Injection

It is safe to take Epofer 10000 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Epofer 10000 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Epofer 10000 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown