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Wepox 4000 Injection
Prescription Required
Overview
Introduction
Wepox 4000 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 taking medicines to treat HIV.
Wepox 4000 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. Wepox 4000 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 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 which need urgent medical attention.
Before using Wepox 4000 Injection you should 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.
Wepox 4000 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. Wepox 4000 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 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 which need urgent medical attention.
Before using Wepox 4000 Injection you should 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 Wepox Injection
Side effects of Wepox Injection
Common
- High blood pressure
- Nausea
- Fever
- Vomiting
How to use Wepox Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Wepox Injection works
Wepox 4000 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 Wepox 4000 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Wepox 4000 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.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Wepox 4000 Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Wepox 4000 Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Wepox 4000 Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Wepox 4000 Injection is recommended.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Wepox 4000 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Wepox 4000 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Wepox Injection?
If you miss a dose of Wepox 4000 Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick Tips
- Wepox 4000 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 Wepox 4000 Injection and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Wepox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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MODERATE
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Patient Concerns
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User Feedback
Patients taking Wepox 4000 Injection
Once A Week
57%
Twice A Week
29%
Once A Month
14%
What are you using Wepox Injection for?
Anemia due to*
84%
Others
14%
Anemia
3%
*Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
How much was the improvement?
Average
41%
Poor
33%
Excellent
25%
What were the side-effects while using Wepox 4000 Injection?
Pain in extre*
25%
No Side Effec*
25%
Hypersensitiv*
12%
Nausea
12%
High blood pr*
12%
*Pain in extremity, No Side Effect, Hypersensitivity, High blood pressure
How do you take Wepox Injection?
With or witho*
40%
Empty stomach
30%
With food
30%
*With or without food
Please rate Wepox 4000 Injection on price
Expensive
87%
Average
13%
FAQs
Q. How should Wepox 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, it is important that the pre-filled syringe is stored in your refrigerator. Do not store it in the freezer as this medicine should not be frozen. Allow the pre-filled syringe to reach room temperature prior to using it. This usually takes between 15 and 30 minutes. Wepox 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. Pre-filled syringes should be protected from light.
Q. What to do if you use too much Wepox?
Tell the doctor or nurse immediately if you think too much Wepox has been injected.
Q. When should Wepox not be used?
Wepox should not be used if the liquid is colored or 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.
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References
- Kaushansky K, Kipps TJ. Hematopoietic Agents: Growth Factors, Minerals, and Vitamins. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1071-72.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 479-81.
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Manufacturer/Marketer Address
Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India
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