Uses of Darbetin 60

Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy

Side effects of Darbetin 60

High blood pressure
Hypersensitivity

How to use Darbetin 60

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Darbetin 60 works

Darbetin 60 is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA). It works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue inside the bones which produces red blood cells) to produce more red blood cells.

What if you forget to take Darbetin 60?

If you miss a dose of Darbetin 60, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Darbetin 60 helps in the treatment of anemia that may have occurred due to chronic kidney disease or cancer chemotherapy.
It is given as a single injection under your skin.
Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of hemoglobin, blood cells and electrolytes such as potassium in your blood.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, problems with your eyesight, nausea, vomiting or fits (seizures).
Stop taking Darbetin 60 and inform your doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Darbetin 60. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Darbetin 60 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Darbetin 60 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Darbetin 60 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Darbetin 60 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Darbetin 60 is recommended.
CAUTION – Liver: Darbetin 60 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Darbetin 60 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.