Darbecure 25 MCG Injection 1 ML

Darbecure 25 MCG Injection 1 ML is used for the following:

• Treating anaemia in chronic kidney disease

• Managing symptomatic anaemia in adults

• Reducing the need for blood transfusions

• Correcting low red blood cell count

• Supporting red blood cell production

• Managing chemotherapy-related anaemia in cancer patients

• Boosting erythropoietin levels in kidney failure

• Improving oxygen-carrying capacity in the blood

• Relief of fatigue associated with anaemia

Follow these instructions when Darbecure 25 MCG Injection 1 ML is administered:

• This injection must be given only by a doctor or nurse in a clinical setting.

• The injection can be administered under the skin or into a vein.

• Do not use if the solution appears cloudy or contains particles.

• Consult your doctor about the frequency of administration.

Darbecure 25 MCG Injection 1 ML is administered intravenously or subcutaneously.

Darbecure 25 MCG Injection 1 ML contains darbepoetin alfa (0.025 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Erythropoietin receptor binding: Darbepoetin alfa acts as a synthetic version of your body's natural erythropoietin hormone, binding to specific receptors found on stem cells within your bone marrow.

• Stem cell stimulation: Once bound to these receptors, it stimulates the production and development of immature red blood cells in the bone marrow, which is the soft, spongy tissue inside your bones responsible for blood cell formation.

• Red blood cell production: This stimulation increases the overall number of red blood cells circulating in your bloodstream, helping to alleviate the symptoms of anaemia.

• Blood transfusion reduction: By boosting your body's ability to produce its own red blood cells, the medicine can reduce your need for blood transfusions, which are often required in severe anaemia cases.

• Store Darbecure 25 MCG Injection 1 ML in a refrigerator at 2-8°C.

• Never freeze the medicine.

• Keep the injection in its original packaging and protect it from light.

• Store out of reach of children.

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.

• Discard any unused portion according to proper medical waste guidelines.

• If you have anaemia due to chronic kidney disease, consume iron-rich foods like leafy greens, beans, and fortified cereals to help your body make the most of your treatment.

• For patients receiving chemotherapy, maintain adequate protein intake through foods like eggs, lean meats, and dairy products to support red blood cell production alongside your Darbecure 25 MCG Injection 1 ML therapy.