Mircera
Generic name:epoetin beta and methoxy polyethylene glycol [ e-POE-e-tin-BAY-ta-meth-OX-ee-pol-ee-ETH-il-een-GLYE-kol ]
Drug class:Recombinant human erythropoietins
What is Mircera?
Mircera injection contains epoetin beta and methoxy polyethylene glycol. Epoetin beta and methoxy polyethylene glycol is a man-made form of a protein normally produced by the kidneys that helps your body produce red blood cells. When your body does not make enough of this protein because of kidney failure, you can develop a condition called anemia (lack of red blood cells).
Mircera is used to treat anemia (lack of red blood cells) and to reduce the need for blood cell transfusions.
Mircera is used to treat anemia caused by chronic kidney disease in adults, or in children at least 5 years old who are on hemodialysis.
This medicine is not for treating anemia caused by cancer chemotherapy. Epoetin beta and methoxy polyethylene glycol may increase tumor growth or decrease survival time in people with certain types of cancer.
Mircera should not be used to take the place of an emergency blood cell transfusion.
Warnings
You should not use Mircera Injection if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure or if you have ever had pure red cell aplasia.
Mircera is not for treating anemia caused by cancer chemotherapy.
This medicine can increase your risk of serious or fatal side effects, including heart attack, stroke, or blood clot. Call your doctor or get emergency medical help if you have symptoms such as: chest pain, trouble breathing, sudden numbness or weakness, a cold or pale arm or leg, confusion, or problems with speech or balance.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Mircera if you are allergic to epoetin beta or methoxy polyethylene glycol, or if you have:
uncontrolled hypertension (high blood pressure); or
if you have ever had a type of anemia called pure red cell aplasia (PRCA).
Your doctor will perform blood tests to make sure you do not have conditions that would prevent you from safely using Mircera.
To make sure Mircera is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart disease, high blood pressure;
a seizure;
dialysis treatment; or
cancer.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How should I use Mircera?
Use Mircera exactly as it was prescribed for you. This medicine is usually given once every 2 weeks or once per month. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose.
Mircera is injected under the skin or gi...
