Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection

Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS

Last updated on 04 Feb 2026 | 03:07 PM (IST)

Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection is a medicine that helps your bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. It is used to treat a type of anemia caused by kidney disease. It is also used to treat anemia caused by cancer chemotherapy and by medicines to treat HIV.

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Storage

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

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Product introduction

Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection is given by injection either under the skin or into a vein, which will be decided by your doctor. Usually, the injections are given by a nurse or doctor. The dose depends on your body weight and the cause of your anemia. Iron supplements both before and during treatment may make this treatment more effective. Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection needs to be stored in a fridge but used at room temperature.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fever, and increased blood pressure. It may also cause flu-like symptoms such as headache, tiredness, dizziness, and aches and pains. These side effects are most common at the start of treatment, but if they persist, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Tell your doctor straight away if you get any serious side effects, including seizures (fits). Sometimes, this medicine can cause serious blood clots that need urgent medical attention.

Before using Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection, you should tell your doctor if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease, or gout (a disease of joint pain). You should also tell him/her what other medicines you are taking in case they affect this treatment. Your blood pressure should be checked often during this treatment by you or your doctor. You may also need other regular medical tests to be sure this medicine is not causing harmful effects. It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Uses of Erypro Safe Injection

Benefits of Erypro Safe Injection

Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy
Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection is a man-made protein that works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue inside the bones) to produce more red blood cells. The natural human form of this protein may be reduced when you are having chemotherapy to treat some types of cancer. An injection of the medicine can reduce the need to have a blood transfusion. You may also be given iron supplements to make the treatment more effective.

Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection is a man-made protein that helps your bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. It is used to treat anemia which is caused by kidney disease in adults and children who are on dialysis. Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. This medicine helps reduce weakness and tiredness that you may be experiencing due to anemia. The injection is usually given by a doctor after a dialysis treatment.

Side effects of Erypro Safe 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 Erypro Safe

Muscle spasm
Dizziness
Vascular occlusion
Injection site irritation
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Weight loss
Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
Increased glucose level in blood
Blood clot in the blood vessels
High blood pressure
Nausea
Vomiting
Fever
Rash
Joint pain
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Chills

How to use Erypro Safe Injection

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

How Erypro Safe Injection works

Erypro Safe 5000IU 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of hemoglobin, blood cells, and electrolytes such as potassium in your blood.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure, such as severe headache, problems with your eyesight, nausea, vomiting, or fits (seizures).
Stop taking Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or a skin rash.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection in patients with liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What to do if you use too much Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection?

Tell the doctor or nurse immediately if you think too much Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection has been injected.

When should Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection not be used?

Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection should not be used if the solution is cloudy, or if you can see particles floating in it, or if the medicine has expired. Refer to the expiry date on the label. You should also not use the medicine if you know or think that it may have been accidentally frozen or if there has been a refrigerator failure.

Can Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection be used in children?

Yes, Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection is used to treat anemia caused due to chronic kidney disease in children who are above 1 year of age. The effectiveness of Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection and side effects seen in children are similar to adults.

Can Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection affect blood pressure?

Yes, Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection can affect blood pressure. During initial therapy with Erypro Safe 5000IU 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 Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection if the blood pressure remains uncontrolled.

How should Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection be stored?

In the hospital, pre-filled syringes are stored unopened in a refrigerator between 2 and 8℃. If you are using this medicine at home, the pre-filled syringe must be stored in your refrigerator. Do not store it in the freezer. Allow the pre-filled syringe to reach room temperature before using it. This usually takes between 15 and 30 minutes. Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection pre-filled syringes that are being used or about to be used can be kept at room temperature (not above 25°C) for a maximum single period of 7 days. Keep these pre-filled syringes away from children and protected from light.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Peptides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (ESAs)

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

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Patients taking Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection

Once A Week

48%

Twice A Week

26%

Twice A Month

Thrice A week

Once A Day

Once A Month

What are you using Erypro Safe Injection for?

Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

100%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

100%

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Name: Eris Oaknet Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No., 1874/450/1/1 , 2091/451/1 bhatoli Kalan Baddi, Dist., Solan (H.P)

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

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Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Erypro Safe Injection

Benefits of Erypro Safe Injection

Side effects of Erypro Safe Injection

How to use Erypro Safe Injection

How Erypro Safe Injection works

All substitutes for Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection

Epofit 5000IU Injection

Wepox 5000IU Injection

Wepox Safe 5000IU Injection

Rpo 5000IU Injection

Transfer 5000 Injection

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What to do if you use too much Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection?

When should Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection not be used?

Can Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection be used in children?

Can Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection affect blood pressure?

How should Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection be stored?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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Patients taking Erypro Safe 5000IU Injection

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How much was the improvement?

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