• Actorise 100 Injection is used in the treatment of anemia that may have occurred due to chronic kidney disease or chemotherapy
• It works by stimulating the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells
• Actorise 100 Injection is a medicine that needs to be used with utmost care because it can lead to serious side effects
• It is important that you seek treatment from a doctor who is experienced in providing this medical therapy
• You should follow all the directions of the doctor strictly
• It is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
• It may cause side effects like high blood pressure and hypersensitivity
• Inform your doctor if there are symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, problems with your eyesight, nausea, vomiting, or fits (seizures).
• Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of salts (electrolytes such as potassium), hemoglobin, and blood cells in your blood
• You should stop taking it and consult with a doctor if you develop shortness of breath or skin rash.
• There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg
• Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same
• You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.

Uses of Actorise 100 Injection

• In Treatment of Anemia due to chronic kidney disease Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body
• Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to the loss of normal kidney function over a long span of time
• CKD progresses gradually over a few years but may become permanent if left untreated
• CKD can lead to anemia
• Actorise 100 Injection can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness
• Taking this injection improves the quality of life
• In Treatment of Anemia due to cancer chemotherapy Low red blood cell count is termed as anemia
• Cancer treatment with chemotherapy often causes many side effects, one of the major ones being anemia
• Actorise 100 Injection stimulates the production of red blood cells in bone marrow and regulates the haemoglobin in the blood
• This treats anemia in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Actorise 100 Injection, 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.

Frequestly asked Questions

How long does it take for Actorise 100 Injection to start working?

You will be able to notice an increase in the count of red blood cells (hemoglobin levels) in 2-6 weeks of starting Actorise 100 Injection. If you have any other concerns, consult your doctor.

Is Actorise 100 Injection safe to use?

Actorise 100 Injection is a medicine that needs to be used with utmost care because it can lead to serious side effects and even death of the patient. It is important that you seek treatment from a doctor who is experienced in providing Actorise 100 Injection therapy. Follow all the directions strictly.

Other than PRCA, can there be other reasons for not responding to Actorise 100 Injection?

You may not respond to Actorise 100 Injection if you have deficiencies of iron, folic acid or vitamin B12. It is important that you take measures to correct these deficiencies. Other reasons behind not responding to the treatment could be bleeding, infections, inflammation and bone marrow fibrosis. Therefore, consult our doctor regarding the same.

Can Actorise 100 Injection be used in children?

Yes, Actorise 100 Injection is used to treat anemia due to chronic kidney disease in children who are above 1 year of age. The effectiveness of Actorise 100 Injection and side effects seen in children are similar to adults. However, consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Can Actorise 100 Injection affect blood pressure?

Yes, Actorise 100 Injection can affect blood pressure. During initial therapy with Actorise 100 Injection, blood pressure should be monitored and those who have high blood pressure should take appropriate measures to control blood pressure. Your doctor may stop Actorise 100 Injection if the blood pressure remains uncontrolled.

Who should not take Actorise 100 Injection?

Individuals who have cancer but have not been prescribed Actorise 100 Injection by the doctor should not take it. Additionally, patients with uncontrolled hypertension (high blood pressure), patients with a history of anemia called pure red cell aplasia (PRCA) that starts after treatment with Actorise 100 Injection or other erythropoietin medicines, and patients with a history of serious allergic reaction to this medicine should not take this medicine.

Common and Known Side effects of Actorise 100 Injection

• Abdominal pain
• High blood pressure
• Rash
• Injection site pain
• Breathlessness
• Cough
• Peripheral edema
• Procedural hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Convulsion
• Thromboembolism