Epofit 6000 IU Injection Information

Epofit 6000 IU Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Anemia. Secondary and off-label uses of Epofit 6000 IU Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Epofit 6000 IU Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Epofit 6000 IU Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Epofit 6000 IU Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Epofit 6000 IU Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Epofit 6000 IU Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Epofit 6000 IU Injection related warnings section.

Epofit 6000 IU Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. High Blood Pressure, Seizures are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Epofit 6000 IU Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Epofit 6000 IU Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Epofit 6000 IU Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Epofit Benefits & Uses
Epofit Dosage & How to Take
Epofit Side Effects
Epofit Related Warnings
Epofit Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Epofit
Epofit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Epofit 6000 IU Injection Benefits & Uses

Epofit 6000 IU Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Hemoglobin deficiency

Epofit 6000 IU 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 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 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 Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 5 years old can take

Epofit 6000 IU Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Epofit 6000 IU Injection 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.

Moderate
Is the use of Epofit 6000 IU Injection 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Epofit 6000 IU Injection on the Kidneys?

Epofit has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Epofit 6000 IU Injection on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Epofit on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Epofit 6000 IU Injection 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.

Moderate

Epofit 6000 IU Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epofit 6000 IU Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

High Blood Pressure
Heart Disease
Sickle Cell Disease
Seizures
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Epofit 6000 IU Injection

Is this Epofit 6000 IU Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Epofit 6000 IU Injection has not been reported.

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

After taking Epofit 6000 IU Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Epofit 6000 IU Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Epofit 6000 IU Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Epofit 6000 IU Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Epofit 6000 IU Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Epofit 6000 IU Injection

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Epofit 6000 IU Injection, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Epofit 6000 IU Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Epofit 6000 IU Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown