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About Wepox 5000IU Injection

Wepox 5000IU Injection belongs to the group of hormones used in the treatment of chronic anaemia and anaemic states seen in kidney disease, cancers, patients on chemotherapy, bone marrow disorders and in those due to undergo major bone surgery. Anaemia refers to low blood counts due to a deficiency of blood component haemoglobin, resulting in a reduced oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.

Wepox 5000IU Injection contains Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa that works by stimulating the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells, thereby correcting any low blood counts and anaemia.

In some cases, Wepox 5000IU Injection may cause certain common side effects such as vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, and nasal congestion. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects consistently.

Please inform the doctor of your detailed medical history including hypertension, heart disease, heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, cancer, liver disease, thromboembolism, porphyria and/or pure red cell aplasia (where the bone marrow cannot produce enough RBC’s). Consult your doctor before taking Wepox 5000IU Injection during pregnancy and nursing.

Uses of Wepox 5000IU Injection

Anaemia

Directions for Use

Wepox 5000IU Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. In some cases, depending on the need, you may have to self-inject Wepox 5000IU Injection . Do not self-inject without proper training. After an initial treatment, your doctor/nurse may train you on administering the injection.

Medicinal Benefits

Wepox 5000IU Injection is a blood hormone. It contains Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa used to treat anaemia caused by chronic diseases and anaemia related to kidney disease, cancers, bone marrow disorders, chemotherapy, children and adults on dialysis, and in those due to undergo major bone surgery. Wepox 5000IU Injection stimulates the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. In addition, it also corrects any dysregulated erythropoiesis (RBC formation) and remedies the formation of any defunct precursors of RBC’s, paving the way for healthy red blood cell production. Clinically, Wepox 5000IU Injection causes a direct increase in haemoglobin values and reduces the rates and requirement of blood transfusion.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Wepox 5000IU Injection

  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach upset
  • Fever
  • Nasal congestion

Drug Warnings

Inform the doctor in case of an allergy to any of its components. Proceed with caution in case of a latex allergy. Please inform the doctor of your detailed medical history including hypertension, heart disease, myocardial infarction, stroke, epilepsy, head and neck cancers, liver disease, thromboembolism, porphyria and/or pure red cell aplasia (where the bone marrow cannot produce enough RBC’s). Inform your doctor of any medicines you may be taking especially if you are on any immunosuppressants, blood thinners or blood stimulants. Please consult your doctor before taking Wepox 5000IU Injection during pregnancy and nursing.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ErythropoietinLenalidomide
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ErythropoietinThalidomide
Severe

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ErythropoietinLenalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml:
Combining Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml with Lenalidomide can increase the risk of Thrombosis(formation of a blood clot ).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml and Lenalidomide, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ErythropoietinThalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml:
Taking thalidomide with Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml may increase the risk or severity of thromboembolism(a circulating blood clot that gets stuck and causes an obstruction).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml and thalidomide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ErythropoietinCarfilzomib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml:
Carfilzomib can cause serious blood clots and taking it alongside Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml with Carfilzomib can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience chest pain, breathing difficulty, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ErythropoietinPomalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml:
Pomalidomide can cause serious blood clots and taking it alongside Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Wepox 5000IU Injection 0.5 ml with Pomalidomide can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience chest pain, breathing difficulty, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • As nausea and vomiting may occur with the use of Wepox 5000IU Injection , make sure to take it on light, small meals. 
  • Load up on red fruits and vegetables like apples, pomegranate, dry fruits, beans and nuts to promote blood production.
  • Avoid caffeine and alcohol as these can precipitate bleeding.
  • Take care of your mental health. Stress is a huge factor that can cause excessive bleeding. Make sure you meditate in the morning daily.
  • Yoga has also proven very effective in preventing excessive blood loss. The butterfly pose is one of the best poses for treating heavy periods.
  • Make sure you drink a lot of water and keep yourself hydrated. Fluid intake helps flush out toxins.

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No

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Wepox 5000IU Injection works by stimulating the bone marrow to produce healthy red blood cells (RBC’s) and thus enhances blood production.

Consult your doctor before taking iron supplements along with Wepox 5000IU Injection as they might increase the effectiveness of Wepox 5000IU Injection when taken together.

Wepox 5000IU Injection might affect other treatments or tests. Therefore, inform the doctor/lab assistant that you are taking Wepox 5000IU Injection .

Not commonly. However, cases of Steven Johnson’s syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrosis (TEN), have been reported in rare instances. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms such as reddish-circular patches, skin peeling, fever, flu, ulcers of throat, mouth, nose, eyes or genitals.

Wepox 5000IU Injection may cause blood clots (deep vein thrombosis and embolism). Consult your doctor if you experience symptoms such as breathlessness, chest pain, painful swelling and redness in the legs.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • WARFARIN
  • COUMADIN
  • THALIDOMIDE
  • LENALIDOMIDE
  • RAMIPRIL
  • POMALIDOMIDE
  • LISINOPRIL
  • CARFILZOMIB

Special Advise

  • Wepox 5000IU Injection should never be given intramuscularly.
  • Do not self-inject before proper training.
  • Exercise caution in case of a history of allergic disorders or a known allergy to latex, or any of the components of Wepox 5000IU Injection .
  • Please inform the doctor immediately if you notice any anaphylaxis (allergy, skin changes, difficulty in breathing, anxiety, confusion, dizziness etc) post-injection.
  • Your doctor may advise blood tests regularly to check your need and tolerance of Wepox 5000IU Injection .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anaemia: Anaemia is a condition in which there is reduced or compromised production of red blood cells, hampering the oxygen-carrying capacity of blood. This results in reduced oxygen reaching the vital tissues of organs, leading to symptoms like lethargy, weakness, shortness of breath, paleness, mood changes, neuropathy etc.

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