Mircera 100mcg Injection
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Product introduction
Mircera 100mcg Injection is used to treat anemia in people with chronic kidney disease (long-term serious kidney disease). It works by stimulating the stem cells of the bone marrow to increase red blood cells production. This way it helps to reverse anemia.
Mircera 100mcg Injection is generally given by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose depends on your body weight and the severity of your condition. Get the injection regularly until you completed the dose. Iron supplements both before and during treatment may make this treatment more effective.
Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as headache, diarrhea, body aches, and vomiting. These side effects persist or get worse, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or treat them.
Before using the medicine, tell your doctor if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease, or gout (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.
Mircera 100mcg Injection is generally given by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose depends on your body weight and the severity of your condition. Get the injection regularly until you completed the dose. Iron supplements both before and during treatment may make this treatment more effective.
Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as headache, diarrhea, body aches, and vomiting. These side effects persist or get worse, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or treat them.
Before using the medicine, tell your doctor if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease, or gout (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 Mircera Injection
Benefits of Mircera 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. Mircera 100mcg Injection can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness. Taking this medicine improves the quality of life.
Side effects of Mircera 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 Mircera
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Body ache
- Vomiting
How to use Mircera Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Mircera Injection works
Mircera 100mcg Injection works by sending signals to the bone marrow to increase the production of red blood cells. This way it helps in treating anemia in patients who have chronic kidney disease.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mircera 100mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mircera 100mcg 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
CAUTION
Mircera 100mcg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Mircera 100mcg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Mircera 100mcg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Mircera 100mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Mircera Injection?
If you miss a dose of Mircera 100mcg 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Mircera 100mcg 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.
- 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 Mircera 100mcg Injection and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
- It is given as a single injection under your skin.
- 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).
- 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.
- Some of the serious side-effects of this medicine are diarrhea, nasopharyngitis (a common viral infection of the nose and throat), shortness of breath, and severe headache.
- Inform your doctor if you had a heart attack or stroke in the month before your treatment, if you have new or increasing chest pain, or if you are at risk of blood clots in the veins.
- Seek medical help immediately if you develop a rash, ulcers of mouth, throat, nose, genitals, and eyes (red and swollen eyes) preceded by fever and/or flu-like symptoms.
- Mircera 100mcg 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.
- 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 Mircera 100mcg Injection and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Carboxylic acid and derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA)
Interaction with drugs
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User feedback
Patients taking Mircera 100mcg Injection
Twice A Month
80%
Once A Week
20%
What are you using Mircera Injection for?
Anemia due to*
83%
Anemia due to*
17%
*Anemia due to chronic kidney disease, Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Poor
33%
What were the side-effects while using Mircera 100mcg Injection?
No Side Effec*
33%
Rash
33%
Nausea
33%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Mircera Injection?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Mircera 100mcg Injection on price
Expensive
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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: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Mircera 100mcg 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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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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