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Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection

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SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

Product introduction

Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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.

Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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 Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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.

Benefits of Darbelife 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. Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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. Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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 Darbelife 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 Darbelife

  • Abdominal pain
  • High blood pressure
  • Rash
  • Injection site pain
  • Breathlessness
  • Cough
  • Peripheral edema
  • Procedural hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • Convulsion
  • Thromboembolism

How to use Darbelife Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Darbelife Injection works

Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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 Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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
Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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
Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Darbelife Injection?

If you miss a dose of Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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

  • Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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 Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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

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Blood Hb is found 5.9 so wat is it
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear PATIENT from 1mg. The hemoglobin is very low, which can be due to anemia. I suggest you should consult a Hematologist /Physician for this.
how to resolve the problem of anemia?
Dr. Rekha Pohani
Dietetics/Nutrition
Intake of dates and jaggery will help
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FAQs

Q. How long does it take for Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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 Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection. If you have any other concerns, consult your doctor.

Q. Is Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection safe to use?

Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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 Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection therapy. Follow all the directions strictly.

Q. Other than PRCA, can there be other reasons for not responding to Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection?

You may not respond to Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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.

Q. Can Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection be used in children?

Yes, Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection is used to treat anemia due to chronic kidney disease in children who are above 1 year of age. The effectiveness of Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection and side effects seen in children are similar to adults. However, consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. Can Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection affect blood pressure?

Yes, Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection can affect blood pressure. During initial therapy with Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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 Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection if the blood pressure remains uncontrolled.

Q. Who should not take Darbelife 25mcg Pfs Injection?

Individuals who have cancer but have not been prescribed Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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 Darbelife 25mcg Pfs 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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