NEORECORMON® / BINOCRIT® / RETACRIT® – Epoetin 2000 IU/1 mL
Box of 6 Prefilled Syringes

Product Description

• Active Ingredient: Epoetin (Epoetin alfa or Epoetin beta, depending on brand)
• Strength: 2000 IU / 1 mL
• Dosage Form: Solution for injection in prefilled syringes
• Pack Size: 6 prefilled syringes
• Category: Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agent (ESA)

Available Brands

• NeoRecormon
• Binocrit
• Retacrit

Therapeutic Uses

These epoetin products are indicated for:

• Anemia associated with chronic kidney disease
• Chemotherapy-induced anemia in selected patients
• Reduction of transfusion requirements in certain clinical situations
• Other approved uses as determined by a healthcare professional

Mechanism of Action

Epoetin is a recombinant form of human erythropoietin that:

• Stimulates red blood cell production in the bone marrow
• Increases hemoglobin concentration
• Improves oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood

Presentation

• Sterile injectable solution
• 2000 IU epoetin in 1 mL
• Single-use prefilled syringes
• Carton containing 6 prefilled syringes

Administration

Administered under medical supervision via:

• Subcutaneous (SC) injection
• Intravenous (IV) injection, depending on the indication and product

Storage

• Refrigerate at 2°C–8°C.
• Do not freeze.
• Protect from light.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Important Information

Epoetin therapy requires regular monitoring of:

• Hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
• Blood pressure
• Iron stores and iron supplementation needs

These medicines are prescription-only products and should be used according to specialist medical guidance.