About MIRCERA 50mcg Injection
MIRCERA 50mcg Injection belongs to a class of drugs known as erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESA). MIRCERA 50mcg Injection is primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of haemoglobin in blood) due to chronic kidney disease in adults and children over five years. Anaemia describes as reduced levels of haemoglobin and red blood cells (RBCs) in the blood. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients slowly develop anaemia, which worsens as the disease progresses. Then the kidneys partially lose their functions permanently in CKD.
MIRCERA 50mcg Injection contains ‘Methoxy polyethylene glycol and Epoetin beta’. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue within the bones that makes red blood cells) to make more red blood cells. This MIRCERA 50mcg Injection is very similar to the natural substance in the body known as erythropoietin (hormone formed by kidneys and produced RBC) which prevents anaemia (lack of haemoglobin and RBC in the blood).
MIRCERA 50mcg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. The common side-effects of MIRCERA 50mcg Injection are pain, itching, swelling or redness around the injection site, high blood pressure, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, constipation, stomach pain, back pain, and pain in your legs or hands, fever and chills. Most of these side effects of MIRCERA 50mcg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to MIRCERA 50mcg Injection or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection should not be taken in conditions like high blood pressure. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using MIRCERA 50mcg Injection. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection should not be used for children below five years of age. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection does not affect your ability to drive and use machines.
Uses Of Mircera 50mcg Injection
- Anaemia (lack of haemoglobin in blood) due to chronic kidney disease.
Medicinal Benefits
MIRCERA 50mcg Injection is primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of haemoglobin in blood) due to chronic kidney disease in adults and children over five years. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection decreases the requirement for blood cell transfusions. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection is not used to treat anaemia caused by cancer chemotherapy. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue within the bones that makes red blood cells) to make more red blood cells. This MIRCERA 50mcg Injection is very similar to the natural substance in the body known as erythropoietin (hormone formed by kidneys and produced RBC) which prevents anaemia (lack of haemoglobin and RBC in the blood).
Directions For Use
Storage
- Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects Of MIRCERA 50mcg Injection
- High blood pressure
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
- Back pain
- Pain in legs or hands
- Fever
- Chills
Precautions And Warning
If you are known to be allergic to MIRCERA 50mcg Injection or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection should not be taken in conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease, fit disorder/ epilepsy, dialysis treatment or cancer. Before taking MIRCERA 50mcg Injection, inform your doctor if you ever had anaemia. Inform your doctor if you feel weak, tired or have shortness of breath. Healthy people should not take MIRCERA 50mcg Injection as it can lead to too much haemoglobin level and further cause heart disease that may be life-threatening. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using MIRCERA 50mcg Injection. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection should not be used for children below five years of age. MIRCERA 50mcg Injection does not affect your ability to drive and use machines.
Interactions
Drug Interaction: No interactions found.
Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Disease Interaction: MIRCERA 50mcg Injection should not be used in patients with high blood pressure on chemotherapy.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
It is not known that MIRCERA 50mcg Injection may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid drinking alcohol while using MIRCERA 50mcg Injection.
Pregnancy
MIRCERA 50mcg Injection should not be taken until prescribed. Your doctor will decide what the best treatment for you is. Please consult your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Inform your doctor before taking MIRCERA 50mcg Injection. Your doctor will advise you to either stop or continue treatment.
Driving
MIRCERA 50mcg Injection usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Take MIRCERA 50mcg Injection with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
MIRCERA 50mcg Injection is safely given to kidney patients only if prescribed by your doctor.
Children
MIRCERA 50mcg Injection is safe for children above 5 years of age.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid making any changes in your diet without first talking to your doctor.
- Your doctor may get your blood tests done frequently to examine the levels of blood cells, haemoglobin and electrolytes such as potassium in your blood.
- Eat food that is rich in iron, vitamin B12 and folic acid.
- Eat food like leafy, green vegetables, fish, eggs and liver.
- Do mild to moderate exercise.
Special Advise
- Your doctor may offer advice on a regular blood pressure monitor and complete blood count that includes haemoglobin level.
- Your doctor may recommend eating a well-balanced diet rich in iron (such as raisins, figs, meat, eggs, vegetables, and iron-fortified cereals).
