Epoetin Alfa

Also known as erythropoietin alfa.

Trade name

Eprex

Strength

Prefilled syringe: 1000 units/0.5 mL, 2000 units/0.5 mL, 3000 units/0.3 mL, 4000 units/0.4 mL, 5000 units/0.5 mL, 6000 units/0.6 mL, 8000 units/0.8 mL, 10 000 units/1 mL, 20 000 units/0.5 mL, 40 000 units/1 mL

IV administration

Do not shake.

Give undiluted over 1 to 2 minutes. If necessary, flush with sodium chloride 0.9% to ensure the full dose is delivered.

Patients who experience ‘flu-like’ symptoms during administration: Give over 5 minutes.

Haemodialysis: IV is the preferred route. Give at the end of haemodialysis.

Other routes of administration

IM: Not recommended.

SC: Suitable and preferred route, except for patients receiving haemodialysis due to increased risk of pure red cell aplasia. Maximum volume per site is 1 mL. 

Do not shake.  

Give undiluted.

Additional information

Observe closely for anaphylactic reactions.

Needle cover contains latex.

Refrigerate, do not freeze.

Protect from light during storage.