Alphared 2000 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anemia. Alphared 2000 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alphared 2000 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Alphared 2000 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alphared 2000 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Alphared 2000 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Alphared 2000 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alphared 2000 Injection related warnings section.
Alphared 2000 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 contraindications of Alphared 2000 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Alphared 2000 Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alphared 2000 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Alphared 2000 Injection 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alphared 2000 Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Alphared 2000 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Alphared can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Alphared right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Alphared 2000 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Alphared. If you see any side effects, stop taking Alphared immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Alphared again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Alphared 2000 Injection on the Kidneys?
Alphared has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alphared 2000 Injection on the Liver?
Alphared may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Alphared 2000 Injection on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Alphared. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Alphared 2000 Injection 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 Alphared 2000 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alphared 2000 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Alphared 2000 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Alphared 2000 Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Alphared 2000 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alphared 2000 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Alphared 2000 Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Alphared 2000 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alphared 2000 Injection
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alphared 2000 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 611