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Encourage 4000 IU Injection

Manufacturer :  Rpg Life Sciences Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Epoetin Alfa
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Encourage 4000 IU Injection

Encourage 4000 IU Injection helps in the production of red blood cells in the body by use of recombinant DNA technology. It increases the count of red blood cells in the body and treats anemia caused due to chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy and HIV . People with high risk of blood loss due to surgeries can also use this injection to reduce their need for blood transfusion. This medication produces red blood cells by causing stimulation of the bone marrow.

Encourage injection should not be taken if :

  • You are allergic to any of its ingredients.
  • You have very high blood pressure.
  • You have developed pure red cell aplasia after receiving the first dose.

Encourage has a few side effects such as cough, headache, joint or bone pain, mild muscle pain, muscle spasm, pain and redness in injection site, nausea, vomiting and weight loss.

Ensure your doctor is informed about your other medications. Inform him if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are on hemodialysis, if you have had or are scheduled to have a surgery recently. Consumption of Encourage 4000 IU Injection should be exactly like prescribed by the doctor and the dosage should not increase more than what is recommended. Overdosing may cause severe side effects to occur.

    What are the uses of Encourage 4000 IU Injection

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Associated Anemia

    • Chemotherapy Associated Anemia

    • Anemia Due To Use Of Medicines

    • Anemia Associated With Surgery

    What are the contraindications of Encourage 4000 IU Injection ?

    What are the side effects of Encourage 4000 IU Injection ?

    • Fever

    • Nausea

    • Vomiting

    • Mouth Sores

    • Headache

    • Muscle Or Joint Pain

    • Cough

    • Diarrhoea

    • Swelling And Redness At The Injection Site

    • Stomach Discomfort And Pain

    • Severe Skin Allergy

    • Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

    • Difficulty In Breathing

    • Wheezing

    • Dizziness

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

    • Difficulty In Swallowing

    • Increased Blood Pressure

    • Pure Red Cell Aplasia

    Key highlights of Encourage 4000 IU Injection

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The duration of effect for this medication depends on the intended use.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this injection can be observed within few days of administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women should avoid using this injection, unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor before using it.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Women who are breastfeeding an infant should not use Encourage injection, unless absolutely necessary.

    What are the substitutes for Encourage 4000 IU Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Encourage 4000 IU Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      Contact your doctor if you have missed a scheduled dose of this medicine and follow all the instructions given.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    Encourage 4000 IU Injection is a synthetic form of erythropoietin. It stimulates the proliferation and maturation of components that form the red blood cells in the body.

      What are the interactions of Encourage 4000 IU Injection ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Ramipril

        Report the use of Ramipril of any other medicine used for lowering high blood pressure to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of blood pressure level while using these medicines together.

        Cyclosporine

        Report the use of either of the medication to the doctor. You may require undergoing clinical safety monitoring before using these medicines together.

        Thalidomide

        Report the use of thalidomide to the doctor before receiving epoetin alfa. The risk of clot formation and associated side effects are very high if these medicines are used together. Your doctor may prescribe an alternate medication or administer these medications after adjusting the dose and safety monitoring.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Hypertension

        Patients having an elevated blood pressure level should exercise caution while using this injection.

        Seizure Disorders

        Patients suffering from seizure disorders should use some other safer alternative of this medication.

        Blood Clotting Disorder

        Those who suffer from blood clotting disorders should not use Encourage injection.

        Hemodialysis

        This injection should be used with caution in patients undergoing hemodialysis. Consult a doctor to know more about this injection.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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