How Is Epogen Given
Epogen Can Be Injected Directly into a Layer of Fat Under Your Skin. This Is Called a Subcutaneous Injection. When Giving Subcutaneous Injections, Follow Your...
Epogen can be injected directly into a layer of fat under your skin. This is called a subcutaneous injection. When giving subcutaneous injections, follow your healthcare provider’s instructions about changing the site for each injection. You may wish to write down the site where you have injected.
How do you administer epoetin?
Epoetin alfa injection products come as a solution (liquid) to inject subcutaneously (just under the skin) or intravenously (into a vein). It is usually injected one to three times weekly.
How do you give erythropoietin injection?
Adults—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The starting dose is 50 to 100 units per kilogram (kg) injected into a vein or under the skin three times a week. Your doctor may adjust the dose as needed. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
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