Actorise 100mcg Injection

• To treat anemia in chronic kidney failure
• To treat anemia caused by chemotherapy

Actorise 100mcg injection is an erythropoiesis-stimulating protein produced by recombinant DNA technology. It is closely related to erythropoietin and stimulates erythropoiesis by the same mechanism, and both agents bind to progenitor stem cells stimulating the production/differentiation of red blood cells. It works by causing the bone marrow to make more red blood cells. 

Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Actorise 100mcg injection and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects. 

• Store in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C).
• Do not freeze. Store in the original package to protect from light.
• Keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets.
• If you have missed any dosing appointments, inform your doctor and schedule immediately.

This injection is to be given under the skin (subcutaneous). Your doctor, nurse, or other healthcare professional will train you on how to inject yourself with this pre-filled pen. Do not try to inject the pre-filled pen if you are not well-trained. Never inject the medicine into your vein. If you need help to inject the medicine, visit the nearby hospital or clinic. 

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. 

 Common side effects of Actorise 100mcg Injection include:

• High blood pressure
• Shortness of breath
• Swelling in the legs or feet
• Coughing
• Low blood pressure during procedures
• Chest pain
• Problems with dialysis access
• Fluid buildup in the body
• Skin rash or redness
• Blood clots in dialysis access sites

Serious side effects of Actorise 100mcg Injection include:

• Blood clots (e.g., heart attack, lung clot, stroke)
• Very high blood pressure
• Pain at the injection site
• Seizures in some patients

Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin. A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine. You may be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. 

Do not shake the vial or syringe. You will be shown the body areas where this shot can be given. Use a different body area each time you give yourself a shot. Keep track of where you give each shot to make sure you rotate body areas. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, heart disease, heart failure, a blood disorder, cancer, any infection, bleeding, or a history of blood clots, heart attack, stroke, or seizures.