Darbepoetin Alfa Benefits & Uses

Darbepoetin Alfa is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Darbepoetin Alfa 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: 0.45 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given once monthly, for course duration follow doctor advice
Geriatric	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.45 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given once monthly, for course duration follow doctor advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.45 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for anemia due to to chronic Renal Failure
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.45 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for anemia due to to chronic Renal Failure

Darbepoetin Alfa Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Darbepoetin Alfa is used -

Severe

Pulmonary Thromboembolism

Moderate

Edema
Increased blood pressure

Mild

Rash
Injection site pain
पेट दर्द
Cough

Unknown

Hypersensitivity

Darbepoetin Alfa Related Warnings

Is the use of Darbepoetin Alfa safe for pregnant women?

Darbepoetin Alfa can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Darbepoetin Alfa, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Darbepoetin Alfa safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Darbepoetin Alfa in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Darbepoetin Alfa on the Kidneys?

Darbepoetin Alfa rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Darbepoetin Alfa on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Darbepoetin Alfa. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Darbepoetin Alfa on the Heart?

Darbepoetin Alfa has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Darbepoetin Alfa with Other Drugs

Darbepoetin Alfa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Thalidomide

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Danazol

Testosterone

Mild

Iron Dextran

Iron Dextran Infusion

Darbepoetin Alfa Contraindications

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

Porphyria
Aplastic Anemia
High Blood Pressure
Heart Attack
Stroke

Frequently asked Questions about Darbepoetin Alfa

Is this Darbepoetin Alfa habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Darbepoetin Alfa is addictive.

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

Darbepoetin Alfa will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Darbepoetin Alfa only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Darbepoetin Alfa in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Darbepoetin Alfa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Darbepoetin Alfa

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Darbepoetin Alfa with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Darbepoetin Alfa

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Darbepoetin Alfa with alcohol.

Unknown