Darb-ESA 25 Injection
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Product introduction
Darb-ESA 25 Injection is used in the treatment of anemia that may have occurred due to chronic kidney disease or chemotherapy. It works by stimulating the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells.
Darb-ESA 25 Injection is a medicine that needs to be used with utmost care because it can lead to serious side effects. It is important that you seek treatment from a doctor who is experienced in providing this medical therapy. You should follow all the directions of the doctor strictly. It is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Common side effects include abdominal pain, high blood pressure, rash, injection site pain, breathlessness, cough, and peripheral edema. Inform your doctor if there are symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, problems with your eyesight, nausea, vomiting, or fits (seizures).
Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of salts (electrolytes such as potassium), hemoglobin, and blood cells in your blood. You should stop taking it and consult with a doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
Before taking Darb-ESA 25 Injection, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, or have had a seizure or stroke. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or plan to become pregnant or breastfeed, consult your doctor to make sure it is safe for you.
Darb-ESA 25 Injection is a medicine that needs to be used with utmost care because it can lead to serious side effects. It is important that you seek treatment from a doctor who is experienced in providing this medical therapy. You should follow all the directions of the doctor strictly. It is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Common side effects include abdominal pain, high blood pressure, rash, injection site pain, breathlessness, cough, and peripheral edema. Inform your doctor if there are symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, problems with your eyesight, nausea, vomiting, or fits (seizures).
Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of salts (electrolytes such as potassium), hemoglobin, and blood cells in your blood. You should stop taking it and consult with a doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
Before taking Darb-ESA 25 Injection, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, or have had a seizure or stroke. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or plan to become pregnant or breastfeed, consult your doctor to make sure it is safe for you.
Uses of Darb-ESA Injection
Benefits of Darb-ESA Injection
In Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to the loss of normal kidney function over a long span of time. CKD progresses gradually over a few years but may become permanent if left untreated. CKD can lead to anemia. Darb-ESA 25 Injection can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness. Taking this injection improves the quality of life.
In Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy
Low red blood cell count is termed as anemia. Cancer treatment with chemotherapy often causes many side effects, one of the major ones being anemia. Darb-ESA 25 Injection stimulates the production of red blood cells in bone marrow and regulates the haemoglobin in the blood. This treats anemia in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.
Side effects of Darb-ESA Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Darb-ESA
- Abdominal pain
- High blood pressure
- Rash
- Injection site pain
- Breathlessness
- Cough
- Peripheral edema
- Procedural hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Convulsion
- Thromboembolism
How to use Darb-ESA Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Darb-ESA Injection works
Darb-ESA 25 Injection is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA). It works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue inside the bones which produces red blood cells) to produce more red blood cells.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Darb-ESA 25 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Darb-ESA 25 Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Darb-ESA 25 Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Darb-ESA 25 Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Darb-ESA 25 Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Darb-ESA 25 Injection is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Darb-ESA 25 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Darb-ESA 25 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Darb-ESA Injection?
If you miss a dose of Darb-ESA 25 Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Darb-ESA 25 Injection helps in the treatment of anemia that may have occurred due to chronic kidney disease or cancer chemotherapy.
- It is given as a single injection under your skin, additionally, it can be given intravenously.
- Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of hemoglobin, blood cells, in your blood.
- Stop taking Darb-ESA 25 Injection and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino Acids, Peptides Analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA)
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does it take for Darb-ESA 25 Injection to start working?
You will be able to notice an increase in the count of red blood cells (hemoglobin levels) in 2-6 weeks of starting Darb-ESA 25 Injection. If you have any other concerns, consult your doctor.
Is Darb-ESA 25 Injection safe to use?
Darb-ESA 25 Injection is a medicine that needs to be used with utmost care because it can lead to serious side effects and even death of the patient. It is important that you seek treatment from a doctor who is experienced in providing Darb-ESA 25 Injection therapy. Follow all the directions strictly.
Other than PRCA, can there be other reasons for not responding to Darb-ESA 25 Injection?
You may not respond to Darb-ESA 25 Injection if you have deficiencies of iron, folic acid or vitamin B12. It is important that you take measures to correct these deficiencies. Other reasons behind not responding to the treatment could be bleeding, infections, inflammation and bone marrow fibrosis. Therefore, consult our doctor regarding the same.
Can Darb-ESA 25 Injection be used in children?
Yes, Darb-ESA 25 Injection is used to treat anemia due to chronic kidney disease in children who are above 1 year of age. The effectiveness of Darb-ESA 25 Injection and side effects seen in children are similar to adults. However, consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Can Darb-ESA 25 Injection affect blood pressure?
Yes, Darb-ESA 25 Injection can affect blood pressure. During initial therapy with Darb-ESA 25 Injection, blood pressure should be monitored and those who have high blood pressure should take appropriate measures to control blood pressure. Your doctor may stop Darb-ESA 25 Injection if the blood pressure remains uncontrolled.
Who should not take Darb-ESA 25 Injection?
Individuals who have cancer but have not been prescribed Darb-ESA 25 Injection by the doctor should not take it. Additionally, patients with uncontrolled hypertension (high blood pressure), patients with a history of anemia called pure red cell aplasia (PRCA) that starts after treatment with Darb-ESA 25 Injection or other erythropoietin medicines, and patients with a history of serious allergic reaction to this medicine should not take this medicine.
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Address: P-109, Jai Mata Di Complex, Opp Ranbaxy Laboratories,Kalhar Bhiwandi , Thane Maharashtra -421 302
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Darb-ESA 25 Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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