Erythropoietin Benefits & Uses

Erythropoietin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Hemoglobin deficiency

Erythropoietin 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

Erythropoietin Side Effects

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

Moderate

Edema
Increased blood pressure
Hypertension
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Depression

Mild

Rash
Injection site pain
Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Unknown

Pain in Extremity
Pulmonary Thromboembolism
Arterial Thromboembolism
Hypersensitivity
Heart related issues

Erythropoietin Related Warnings

Is the use of Erythropoietin safe for pregnant women?

Erythropoietin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Erythropoietin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Erythropoietin safe during breastfeeding?

Erythropoietin can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Erythropoietin on the Kidneys?

Erythropoietin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Erythropoietin on the Liver?

Erythropoietin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Erythropoietin on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Erythropoietin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Erythropoietin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Lenalidomide

Thalidomide

Moderate

Testosterone

Erythropoietin Contraindications

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

High Blood Pressure
Heart Disease
Sickle Cell Disease
Seizures
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Erythropoietin

Is this Erythropoietin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Erythropoietin has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Erythropoietin only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Erythropoietin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Erythropoietin

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Erythropoietin and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Erythropoietin

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

Unknown