Procrit is a prescription drug used to treat anemia due to chemotherapy, renal failure, or zidovudine. This eMedTV article further explains what Procrit is used for, describes the effects of the medicine, and offers general dosing information.
Fatigue, fever, and nausea are some of the most common side effects that have been reported with Procrit. This eMedTV segment lists other common Procrit side effects, as well as rare but potentially serious problems that require medical attention.
Procrit is used for treating anemia due to renal failure. As this eMedTV resource explains, Procrit uses also include preventing blood transfusions in people with anemia having surgery and treating anemia caused by chemotherapy or zidovudine.
For treating anemia due to kidney failure, the suggested Procrit dosage is 50 to 100 units per kg of weight. This eMedTV page also offers Procrit dosing guidelines for the treatment of anemia due to chemotherapy and zidovudine use.
Currently, there are no known Procrit drug interactions. As this eMedTV segment explains, however, it is possible that not all interactions are known at this time, so tell your doctor about all medications you are taking before starting Procrit.
Procrit may increase the risk of serious cardiovascular problems, such as heart attacks or strokes. This eMedTV segment offers more Procrit warnings and precautions, and lists other possible side effects or complications that may occur with the drug.
Diarrhea appears to be a common side effect of Procrit. This article from the eMedTV archives offers more information on Procrit and diarrhea, including an explanation of how common this side effect is and what treatment options are available.
A Procrit overdose can increase your risk of heart attacks, blood clots, and strokes. This part of the eMedTV library describes other potential effects of a Procrit overdose and explains what steps your healthcare provider may take to treat it.
At this time, it is not known whether Procrit and breastfeeding is a safe combination. This page on the eMedTV Web site offers more information on the subject and explains why the medication is not likely to affect nursing infants.
Generic "biologic" medicines, including generic Procrit, are not allowed to be manufactured at this time. This eMedTV resource explains why there are currently no generic Procrit products and discusses when they may become available.
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