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Epofit is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anemia. Secondary and off-label uses of Epofit have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Epofit depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Epofit side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Epofit go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Epofit has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Epofit has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Epofit related warnings section.
Epofit can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Epofit in conditions like High Blood Pressure, Seizures. Other contraindications of Epofit have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Epofit may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Epofit is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Epofit is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Epofit safe for pregnant women?
Epofit may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Epofit, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Epofit safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Epofit. Immediately discontinue Epofit if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Epofit on the Kidneys?
Epofit has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Epofit on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Epofit on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Epofit on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Epofit. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Epofit should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epofit unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Epofit habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Epofit has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Epofit, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Epofit can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Epofit only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Epofit in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Epofit
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Epofit, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Epofit
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Epofit with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Epogen® (Epoetin alfa)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 611