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Kabidarba 40 Injection 0.4 ml in 1 prefilled syringe

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Kabidarba 40 Injection is a product of Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd

Composition: Darbepoetin alfa (40mcg)

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All Details About Kabidarba 40 Injection

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

Description:

Kabidarba 40 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.

Kabidarba 40 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 a skin rash.


Earlier taking Kabidarba 40 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, 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 Kabidarba

  • Abdominal pain
  • High blood pressure
  • Rash
  • Injection site pain
  • Pantingness
  • Cough
  • Peripheral edema
  • Procedural hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • Convulsion
  • Thromboembolism
  • Angina (heart related chest pain)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Kabidarba 40 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kabidarba 40 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
Information regarding the use of Kabidarba 40 Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Kabidarba 40 Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Kabidarba 40 Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Kabidarba 40 Injection is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Kabidarba 40 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Kabidarba 40 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

How long does it take for Kabidarba 40 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 Kabidarba 40 Injection. If you have any other concerns, consult your doctor.

Is Kabidarba 40 Injection safe to use?

Kabidarba 40 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 Kabidarba 40 Injection therapy. Follow all the directions strictly.

Other than pure red cell aplasia (PRCA), can there be other reasons for not responding to Kabidarba 40 Injection?

You may not respond to Kabidarba 40 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.

Can Kabidarba 40 Injection be used in children?

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

Can Kabidarba 40 Injection affect blood pressure?

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

Who should not take Kabidarba 40 Injection?

Individuals who have cancer but have not been prescribed Kabidarba 40 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 Kabidarba 40 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. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

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

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