Alphared 2000 Injection Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Alphared Dosage & How to Take
Alphared Side Effects
Alphared Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Alphared with Other Drugs
Alphared Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Alphared
Alphared Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Alphared 2000 Injection Benefits & Uses

Alphared 2000 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Hemoglobin deficiency

Alphared 2000 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

Alphared 2000 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alphared 2000 Injection 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

Alphared 2000 Injection Related Warnings

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.

Moderate
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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alphared 2000 Injection on the Kidneys?

Alphared has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
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.

Mild
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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Alphared 2000 Injection with Other Drugs

Alphared 2000 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Lenalidomide

Thalidomide

Moderate

Testosterone

Alphared 2000 Injection Contraindications

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 -

High Blood Pressure
Heart Disease
Sickle Cell Disease
Seizures
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Alphared 2000 Injection

Is this Alphared 2000 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Alphared 2000 Injection has not been reported.

No
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Alphared 2000 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Alphared 2000 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Alphared 2000 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alphared 2000 Injection

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Alphared 2000 Injection with food.

Unknown
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.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Epogen® (Epoetin alfa)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 611

Alphared 2000 Injection