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 cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Erythropoietin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Erythropoietin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Erythropoietin. Immediately discontinue Erythropoietin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Erythropoietin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Erythropoietin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Erythropoietin on the Liver?

Side effects of Erythropoietin rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Erythropoietin on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Erythropoietin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

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?

No, you will not get addicted to Erythropoietin.

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

After taking Erythropoietin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Erythropoietin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Erythropoietin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

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

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Erythropoietin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown