
Darbotin 40 Injection
Manufacturer
Wockhardt Ltd
Salt Composition
Darbepoetin alfa (40mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Darbotin 40 Injection is used to treat anemia caused by chronic kidney disease or chemotherapy by stimulating the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Darbotin 40 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).
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain High blood pressure Rash Injection site pain Breathlessness Cough Peripheral edema
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Darbotin 40 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Darbotin 40 Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Darbotin 40 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.
How it works
Darbotin 40 Injection is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA). It works by stimulating the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells.
Quick Tips
Darbotin 40 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 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 Darbotin 40 Injection and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.