Darba 40mcg Injection 1 Injection in 1 prefilled syringe

Last Updated: July 29th, 2023

Darba 40mcg Injection is a product of RPG Life Sciences Ltd

Composition: Darbepoetin alfa (40mcg)

Pack of 1 injection

₹ 3191

*Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

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All Details About Darba 40mcg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Darba 40mcg Injection

Description:

Darba 40mcg Injection is used in the treatment of anemia that may have occurred due to chronic kidney disease or chemotherapy. It works by stimulating the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells.

Darba 40mcg 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.

Ordinary 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).

Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of salts (electrolytes such as potassium), hemoglobin, and blood cells in your blood. You should stop taking it and consult with a doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.

Earlier taking Darba 40mcg Injection, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, or have had a seizure or stroke. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or plan to become pregnant or breastfeed, consult your doctor to make sure it is safe for you.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Darba

Abdominal pain
High blood pressure
Rash
Injection site pain
Pantingness
Cough
Peripheral edema
Procedural hypotension (low blood pressure)
Convulsion
Thromboembolism

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Darba 40mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Darba 40mcg 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Darba 40mcg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Darba 40mcg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Darba 40mcg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Darba 40mcg Injection is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Darba 40mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Darba 40mcg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q. How long does it take for Darba 40mcg Injection to start working?

You will be able to notice an increase in the count of red blood cells (hemoglobin levels) in 2-6 weeks of starting Darba 40mcg Injection. If you have any other concerns, consult your doctor.

Q. Is Darba 40mcg Injection safe to use?

Darba 40mcg Injection is a medicine that needs to be used with utmost care because it can lead to serious side effects and even death of the patient. It is important that you seek treatment from a doctor who is experienced in providing Darba 40mcg Injection therapy. Follow all the directions strictly.

Q. Other than PRCA, can there be other reasons for not responding to Darba 40mcg Injection?

You may not respond to Darba 40mcg Injection if you have deficiencies of iron, folic acid or vitamin B12. It is important that you take measures to correct these deficiencies. Other reasons behind not responding to the treatment could be bleeding, infections, inflammation and bone marrow fibrosis. Therefore, consult our doctor regarding the same.

Q. Can Darba 40mcg Injection be used in children?

Affirmative, Darba 40mcg Injection is used to treat anemia due to chronic kidney disease in children who are above 1 year of age. The effectiveness of Darba 40mcg Injection and side effects seen in children are similar to adults. However, consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. Can Darba 40mcg Injection affect blood pressure?

Affirmative, Darba 40mcg Injection can affect blood pressure. During initial therapy with Darba 40mcg 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 Darba 40mcg Injection if the blood pressure remains uncontrolled.

Q. Who should not take Darba 40mcg Injection?

Individuals who have cancer but have not been prescribed Darba 40mcg Injection by the doctor should not take it. Increaseitionally, patients with uncontrolled hypertension (high blood pressure), patients with a history of anemia called pure red cell aplasia (PRCA) that starts after treatment with Darba 40mcg Injection or other erythropoietin medicines, and patients with a history of serious allergic reaction to this medicine should not take this medicine.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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