Mircera 100mcg Injection

Mircera 100mcg Injection contains Methoxy Polyethylene Glycol-epoetin Beta, that is primarily used to treat anemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD), cancer chemotherapy, and other conditions that cause low red blood cell counts.

Brand Name: Mircera

Composition: Methoxy Polyethylene Glycol-epoetin Beta

Mechanism of Action:

Continuous erythropoietin receptor activator (CERA) is the function of Methoxy Polyethylene Glycol-Epoetin Beta. It stimulates the generation of red blood cells by binding specifically to the erythropoietin receptors on bone marrow progenitor cells. Its distinct pegylated structure offers prolonged half-life and sustained receptor activation. Compared to traditional erythropoietin-stimulating medicines, this enables less frequent dosage.

Uses:

Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease 

Anemia Due to Chemotherapy

Anemia in HIV-Infected Patients

Dosage and Administration:

Mircera 100 is often injected subcutaneously, or behind the skin, in the upper arm, thigh, or abdomen. The patient's weight, the underlying reason of their anemia, and their response to treatment all influence the precise dosage.

Side Effects:

·         Injection Site Reactions

·         Headache

·         Nausea

·         Fever

·         Vomiting

·         Joint Pain

·         Chills

·         Cough

·         High Blood Pressure

·         Dizziness

·         Weight Loss

·         Insomnia

Safety Advise:

Liver  

Patients with liver illness should use Mircera Injection with caution. Mircera Injection dosage adjustments might be required. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Kidney  

Patients with renal illness should use Mircera Injection with caution. Mircera Injection dosage adjustments might be required. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Pregnancy  

Animal studies suggest that Mircera injection could be harmful to the fetus, so it may not be safe to use during pregnancy. Before using it, discuss benefits and risks with your healthcare provider.

Breast Feeding  

Using Mircera Injection while nursing is most likely dangerous. The medication may damage the developing baby if it enters the breastmilk, according to limited human data. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Alcohol  

It is unknown if drinking alcohol while using Mircera Injection is safe. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Driving  

You may get adverse reactions from Mircera Injection that might affect your driving. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Storage:

Store in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze it. Protect it from light and keep it out of reach of children.

References:

1.   Curran MP, McCormack PL. Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta: a review of its use in the management of anaemia associated with chronic kidney disease. Drugs. 2008 Jun;68(8):1139-56.

2.   Ohashi N, Sakao Y, Yasuda H, Kato A, Fujigaki Y. Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta for anemia with chronic kidney disease. International journal of nephrology and renovascular disease. 2012 Mar 30:53-60.

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Marketer details

Name: Roche Products India Pvt Ltd

Address: 1503, 15th Floor, ‘The Capital’, Plot no. C-70, Behind ICICI Bank, BKC, Bandra (E), Mumbai 400051

Country of origin: India