eprex 1000iu injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jul 01, 2026
What is eprex 1000iu injection used for?
eprex 1000iu injection (Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa (1000IU)) is used to treat BLOOD RELATED. It contains Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa (1000IU), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa (1000IU)
- Manufacturer: Janssen Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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๐ eprex 1000iu injection Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa (1000IU) |
| Brand Name | eprex 1000iu injection |
| Manufacturer | Janssen Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | BLOOD RELATED |
| Action Class | Erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take eprex 1000iu injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of eprex 1000iu injection
- High blood pressure
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Rash
- Joint pain
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Chills
- Cough
- Bone pain
- Muscle spasm
- Dizziness
- Vascular occlusion
- Injection site irritation
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- Weight loss
- Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
- Increased glucose level in blood
- Blood clot in the blood vessels
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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๐ Substitutes for eprex 1000iu injection
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa (1000IU)):
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wepox 1000iu injectionWockhardt Ltd โน1,205.35 152.1% COSTLIER
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repoitin 1000 injectionSerum Institute Of India Ltd โน1,435.01 200.1% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.