time of study termination, the 12-month survival was lower in the epoetin alfa
randomized 131 patients to epoetin alfa or placebo were pooled to assess the
Epoetin alfa injection and epoetin alfa-epbx injection are biologic medications (medications made from living organisms). produced high levels of benzyl alcohol and its metabolites in the blood and
lymphoid malignancy (Study 3), and cervical cancer (Study 5); in patients with
Study C1 was conducted in patients with anemia
chemotherapy when the anticipated outcome is cure. These serious health problems may happen if you take EPOGEN, even if you do not have an increase in your hemoglobin level. disease (CJD) also is considered extremely remote. frozen. thrombotic reactions (1.1% vs. 0.2%) in the first 4 months of the study among
10,000 Units of epoetin alfa, Albumin (Human) (2.5 mg), citric acid (0.06 mg),
55513-144-10) supplied in dispensing packs containing ten 1 mL single-dose
If you have cancer and you will not be receiving
An increased incidence of thromboembolic reactions, some
symptoms or change in seizure frequency. times per week for 12 weeks in each study. Though these trials were designed to
recurrence (12% vs. 7%) were more frequent in epoetin alfa-treated patients
1.9% in the placebo group, HR 3.07; 95% CI: 1.44, 6.54. The erythropoietic response observed in both treatment
Found inside Page 271 - DRAFT BACKGROUND Epogen is Amgen , Inc.'s trademark name for Epoetin a quantity of a drug product intended for administration as a single dose . hospitalization for congestive heart failure) occurred in 125 of the 715
of patients receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer (Studies 1, 2, and 4),
The relative risk of stroke was particularly high in patients with a prior
Discard 21 days after initial entry. The following is a list of notable proteins that are produced from recombinant DNA, using biomolecular engineering. Store unused portions of Epogen in multiple-dose vials at
trial, the potential benefit of ESA therapy was offset by worse cardiovascular
hemoglobin has not increased by more than 1 g/dL after 4 weeks of therapy,
especially on one side of your body, Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or
placebo-controlled studies enrolling 297 anemic patients (hemoglobin < 10
Following initiation of therapy and after each dose
been conducted in patients with CKD using Epogen/PROCRIT/Aranesp to target
survival in the epoetin alfa plus SOC group was 17.2 months compared with 17.4
chemotherapy course. subcutaneously. At the end of the initial 12 weeks, a statistically
The recommended starting dose for pediatric patients (ages 1 month or older) is 50 Units/kg 3 times weekly intravenously or subcutaneously. new information about Epogen. placebo arm of the study was observed (median survival 63 vs. 129 days; HR
require immediate correction of anemia. Found inside Page 39Epogen/Procrit Product Name: Epogen and Procrit (trade names) Epoetin alfa as a liquid formulation for intravenous and subcutaneous administration. It has a molecular weight of approximately 30,400 daltons and is
adverse reactions included gradual neurological deterioration, seizures,
Multiple-dose, 2 mL vials contain 10,000 Units epoetin
disease progression. Cases of PRCA and of severe anemia, with or without other
generation fetuses). Advise patients of the importance of compliance
requirements or increase hemoglobin compared to the corresponding responses in
with endogenous serum erythropoietin levels of 500 mUnits/mL. Store at 36F to
In
There was no evidence of
(epoetin alfa) Injection, for Intravenous or Subcutaneous Use, ESAs INCREASE THE RISK OF DEATH, MYOCARDIAL
hemoglobin approaches a level where RBC transfusions may be required. included in the primary analysis, 19 [2.8%] patients (n = 680) experienced 1
completion of a chemotherapy course or. should prescribe the smallest dose of Epogen that is necessary to reduce your
receiving RBC transfusions. mellitus, patients were randomized to receive either darbepoetin alfa treatment
week 5 through end of the study, with the last-known RBC transfusion status
with the control group. patients should weigh the possible benefits of decreasing transfusions against
within the 4 studies using the 3 times weekly schedule and 2 studies using the
The
In the U.S.
Risks are associated with benzyl alcohol in neonates,
Talk with your healthcare provider about the kind of cancer you have. Dose selection and adjustment for an elderly patient should
second line chemotherapy. first day of the chemotherapy cycle. Seizures: Epogen increases the risk for seizuresin patients with CKD (5.4).Increase monitoring of these patients for changes in seizure frequency or premonitory symptoms(5.4). experienced improvements in exercise tolerance and patient-reported physical
You are able and willing to donate blood prior to
The pharmacokinetic data indicate no apparent
Contact Amgen (1-800-77-AMGEN) to
In clinical studies at starting doses of 50 to
Necrolysis (TEN), have been reported in patients treated with ESAs (including
Found inside Page 9The ASP payment method is of particular concern with respect to Epogen have if the levels of Epogen administered were in line with practice guidelines manner similar to patients receiving intravenous administration. there is new information about Epogen. Multiple-dose 1 mL vials contain 20,000 Units
Currently, Epogen or Procrit is a standard part of therapy in patients with kidney disease who require dialysis to both treat and prevent anemia. respectively. It is not clear whether these effects reflect a drug
or a matching placebo. healthcare provider's instructions for diet and medicines. ESAs resulted in decreased locoregional
Last updated on July 15, 2021. Found inside Page 432PHARMACOKINETICS Well absorbed after subcutaneous administration. AVAILABILITY (Rx) Injection Solution (Epogen, Procrit): 2,000 units/ml, 3,000 units/ml patients who received 36 weeks of Epogen, hemodialysis patients received a
reticulocyte counts and decreases in or elimination of RBC transfusions were
Mean hemoglobin levels
of anemia in hemodialysis patients, a greater biologic response is not observed
hemoglobin increases by less than 1 g/dL and remains below 10 g/dL, increase
confounding factors (such as underlying maternal conditions, other maternal
Chemotherapy administration and radiation on cology Cochlear implantation (stimulates the nerve in the inner ear) Corneal cross-linking Corneal remodeling/keratoprosthes is (reshaping the clear front layer of the eyeball/implanting an artificial cornea) Cosmetic or reconstructive procedures usually done to third months of therapy. Epogen is indicated to reduce the need for allogeneic RBC
Found inside Page 315The client's blood pressure should be monitored during the administration of Epogen is frequently administered to clients diagnosed with end-stage 2 units of blood and who were not able or willing to participate in an
demonstrated [see ADVERSE REACTIONS]. neurologic symptoms or change in seizure frequency. The
In the pooled
conducted in patients with anemia due to concomitantly administered cancer
erythropoietin levels 500 mUnits/mL receiving Epogen in doses from 100
What are the possible side effects of Epogen? were receiving chemotherapy (n = 14) and week 3 when patients were not
produced by mammalian cells into which the human erythropoietin gene has been
than 11 g/dL. Almost 10% of patients received a dose of 25 Units/kg
when Epogen was administered by either route. Units/mL) (NDC 55513-283-10) supplied in dispensing packs containing ten 2 mL
for major, elective orthopedic hip or knee surgery who were expected to require
not on dialysis involving 181 patients treated with Epogen. Evaluate other causes of anemia. compared to placebo-treated patients [69% (77/111)]. The dose requirements for Epogen in geriatric and younger
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. Survival at 12 months was significantly lower
Do not give Epogen to other people even if they
choose to take Epogen. If you decide to take Epogen, your healthcare provider
Consider initiating Epogen treatment only when the hemoglobin level is less than 10 g/dL. anemic cancer patients (n = 32) receiving cyclic chemotherapy. Reinitiate at a dose 25% below the previous dose when hemoglobin approaches a level where RBC transfusions may be required. Study 8 was a multicenter, randomized, double-blind study
After the initial 4 weeks of Epogen therapy, if hemoglobin increases by less than 1 g/dL and remains below 10 g/dL, increase dose to: After 8 weeks of therapy, if there is no response as measured by hemoglobin levels or if RBC transfusions are still required, discontinue Epogen. Safety announcement. Do not freeze. Each single-dose 1 mL vial contains 2,000, 3,000, 4,000, or
In patients with breast, non-small cell lung, head and neck, lymphoid, and cervical cancers: Your tumor may grow faster and you may die sooner if you choose to take EPOGEN. Median overall
reduce or interrupt the dose of Epogen. labeling (Medication Guide and Instructions for Use). Avoid frequent dose
When examining the results according to
for death, serious adverse cardiovascular reactions, and stroke when
The pharmacokinetics of Epogen has not been studied in
Data sources include IBM Watson Micromedex (updated 31 Aug 2021), Cerner Multum (updated 1 Sep 2021), ASHP (updated 30 Aug 2021) and others. days from the first day that you put a needle into the vial. The design and overall results of the 3 large trials
An increased incidence of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in
Epogen) in the postmarketing setting. In addition to the 23 patients with DVTs
Among those patients who required RBC
possible risks to the fetus when prescribing Epogen to a pregnant woman. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and
In the absence of PRCA, follow dosing recommendations for management of
chemotherapy in whom the anemia can be managed by transfusion. If you take more than the prescribed dose of Epogen, call
intervals until hemoglobin reaches a level needed to avoid RBC transfusions or
need RBC transfusions if: It is not known if Epogen is safe and effective in
higher in the epoetin alfa arm. Injection, USP (pH 6.1 0.3). study period. For correction
not require a dosing change. compared to placebo (HR 1.36, 95% CI: 1.02, 1.82). In patients with cancer receiving myelosuppressive
AND ADMINISTRATION]. of surgery, or 300 Units/kg once daily for 10 days prior to surgery, on the day
g/dL who are at high risk for perioperative blood loss from elective,
A final
advanced head and neck cancer receiving radiation therapy (Studies 6 and 7);
U.S. Food and Drug Administration. for treatment of anemia due to CKD not receiving dialysis, 2726 (60%) were age
patients with CKD and type 2 diabetes not on dialysis, a post-hoc analysis
erythropoietin suggested that distribution volume was approximately 1.5 to 2
doses of 100 Units/kg 3 times weekly or less to maintain their hemoglobin at
No
Patients receiving Epogen may require
8 months: Safety and efficacy not established. developmental outcomes. interrupt the dose of Epogen, and use the lowest dose of Epogen sufficient to
the 3-year relapse-free survival rate was lower (72% vs. 78%; HR 1.33, 95% CI:
Epogen from multiple-dose vials contains benzyl alcohol
patients within the 3 studies were similar. Store Epogen vials in the
(hemoglobin 9 g/dL) undergoing peritoneal dialysis or hemodialysis. Permanently discontinue
Included as part of the PRECAUTIONS section. no evidence of a statistically significant reduction in proportion of patients
Serious adverse reactions including fatal reactions and
death in patients undergoing, Of the increased risks of mortality, serious
intravenous or subcutaneous route, with similar rates of rise of hemoglobin
10 g/dL group to determine if Epogen is useful in this hemoglobin
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Units/kg, 0.42 units blood for 100 Units/kg) was less than the mean transfused
Do not dilute. higher mortality at 4 months (8.7% vs. 3.4%) and a higher rate of fatal
groups resulted in similar RBC transfusion rates [11/69 (16%) in the 600
months in the SOC alone group (HR 1.06, 95% CI: 0.95, 1.18). Found inside Page 241The rate of hemoglobin increase varies among patients and is dependent on the dose of Epogen administered. Once the hematocrit reaches the suggested target Epoetin alfa (Epogen, Procrit) is a drug prescribed for the treatment of anemia associated with chronic kidney failure for people who are or will be receiving dialysis. avoid RBC transfusion. INFARCTION, STROKE, VENOUS THROMBOEMBOLISM, THROMBOSIS OF VASCULAR ACCESS AND
Found inside Page 89 Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies ( for prevention of PCP ) Epogen ( erythropoietin / Amgen ) ( for ZDV - related ESAs. between Epogen (9% 300 Units/kg, 6% 100 Units/kg) and placebo (13%) in the >
in 2,098 anemic women with metastatic breast cancer, who received first line or
Epogen (epoetin alfa) injection for intravenous or
A pharmacokinetic study comparing 150 Units/kg
The safety data from these studies
reduce the need for RBC transfusions. The proportion of pediatric patients achieving a hemoglobin
half-life (t) of plasma erythropoietin after intravenous administration of
thromboembolic adverse reactions in epoetin alfa-treated patients compared to
dose to: After 8 weeks of therapy, if there is no response as
Evaluate
in any 2-week period), reduce the dose of Epogen by 25% or more as needed to
observed. Epogen is indicated in pediatric patients, ages 1 month
progression [see. Epogen therapy also resulted in significant increases
Use In Specific Populations]. 150 Units/kg subcutaneously 3 times per week until
Found inside Page 322V. KNOWLEDGE DEFICIT related to SELF - ADMINISTRATION TECHNIQUE Defining Agent : epoetin alfa ( Epogen , Erythropoietin , Procrit ) Class : Cytokine observed in the offspring. Correct or exclude other causes of anemia (e.g., vitamin deficiency, metabolic or chronic inflammatory conditions, bleeding, etc.) If the hemoglobin level approaches or exceeds 11 g/dL,
In May 2018, the FDA approved Hospira's Retacrit (epoetin alfa-epbx), a biosimilar to Epogen and Procrit (epoetin alfa), for treatment of anemia caused by: chronic kidney disease; chemotherapy; use of zidovudine in patients with HIV original carton until use to protect from light. regimens. if you are told by your healthcare provider that you may
vials. The incidence of nonfatal myocardial infarction, vascular access
Units/kg weekly group and 14/71 (20%) in the 300 Units/kg daily group]. Epogen
to 200 Units/kg 3 times weekly achieved a hemoglobin of 12.7 g/dL without
chemotherapy. away the used vials, syringes, and needles. exposed to benzyl alcohol in utero or in breast-fed milk, respectively. desired level, which should be managed with discontinuation or reduction of
need RBC transfusions if you are scheduled for certain surgeries where a lot of
miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%,
citric acid (0.11 mg), and sodium citrate (1.3 mg) per 1 mL Water for
blood loss is expected. 0.58, 1.91). The overall
elective surgery, 1085 received Epogen and 646 received placebo or standard of
What Is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency? rate 2.1% vs. 1.1%, respectively, HR 1.92; 95% CI: 1.38, 2.68; p < 0.001. serious and life-threatening, occurred in patients with cancer treated with
4200 mg/week. EPOGEN has not been proven to improve quality of life, fatigue, or well-being. head and neck cancer patients where epoetin beta or placebo was administered to
Epogen in patients who develop PRCA following treatment with Epogen or other
During the first several months following initiation of Epogen, monitor
Chemotherapy-Related Anemia. Table 1), but the risk of stroke was increased nearly two-fold in the
Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088. At the time of clinical data cutoff, 1337 deaths were reported. Epogen (epoetin alfa) injection is a sterile, clear, and
Epogen was not mutagenic or clastogenic under the
reactions and death when administered intravenously to neonates and infants [see
rate was 51.5% in the lower hemoglobin group (10 g/dL) and 32.4% in the higher
in the placebo-arm dropped out prior to week 6 and are excluded from efficacy
hemoglobin level sufficient to reduce the need for RBC transfusions. Your healthcare provider will talk with you about these risks. randomized open-label study of 1432 patients with CKD not on dialysis, use of
If the hemoglobin level approaches or exceeds 12 g/dL, reduce or interrupt the dose of Epogen. chemotherapy that may cause anemia. Investigator-assessed time to tumor progression was not
Of the 4553 patients who received Epogen in the 6 studies
Found inside Page 221Epoetin.is.usually.administered.one.to.three.times.weekly. Epogen.is.usually.dosed.based.on.vial.size;.the.typical.starting.dose.is. Discontinue Epogen if responsiveness does not improve. cured. were similar for the 2 treatment groups throughout the postsurgical period. Deep venous thrombosis prophylaxis is strongly
women are insufficient to determine a drug-associated risk of adverse
0.024) reduced the risk of allogeneic RBC transfusion in patients with a
sustained increase in hemoglobin when Epogen was administered by either an
is less than 10 g/dL. AND PRECAUTIONS]. healthcare provider. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088. in vials in multiple formulations. 35% off your first Repeat Delivery. low-dose, postoperative warfarin regimen. Twelve patients (19%) in the epoetin alfa arm and 10 patients (15%)
Study C2 was conducted in 222 patients with anemia, ages
Evaluate the iron status in all patients before and during treatment. receiving darbepoetin alfa (RR 1.44, 95% CI: 1.06, 1.96; p = 0.02). Found inside Page 417Do not confuse epoetin with darbepoetin, or Epogen with Neupogen. PHARMACOKINETICS Well absorbed after subcutaneous administration. proportion of patients withdrawn from the study prior to week 5 was less than
When pregnant rats received Epogen at doses of 500
requirements in patients treated with Epogen (n = 51) compared to
technology. Preterm,
with serious adverse reactions and death when administered intravenously to
treated with Epogen 300 Units/kg, 6/26 (23%) of patients treated with Epogen
treatment groups. benzyl alcohol at which serious adverse reactions may occur is not known [see WARNINGS
Preservative-free Epogen from single-dose vials may be admixed in a syringe with bacteriostatic 0.9% sodium chloride injection, USP, with benzyl alcohol 0.9% (bacteriostatic saline) in a 1:1 ratio using aseptic technique at the time of administration. control arm in which an ESA was administered intermittently if hemoglobin concentration
g/dL) with HIV-infection receiving concomitant therapy with zidovudine. comparing higher, Using ESAs to target a hemoglobin level of greater than
What is the most important information I should know
appropriate pharmacologic anticoagulation therapy. Four clinical studies were conducted in patients with CKD
In addition, mean
In many cases, recombinant human proteins have replaced the original animal-derived version used in medicine. Importance of following the Instructions for Use. hemoglobin level is less than 10 g/dL and the following considerations apply: The rate of hemoglobin decline indicates the likelihood
The dose of study drug was titrated to achieve either a hemoglobin of
Placebo group patients also received darbepoetin alfa
EPOGEN has been shown to stimulate erythropoiesis in anemic patients with CRF, including both patients on dialysis and those who do not require regular dialysis.4-12 The first evidence of a response to the three times weekly (TIW) administration of EPOGEN is an increase in the reticulocyte count . the epoetin alfa arm and 13 of 16 deaths in the placebo arm were attributed to
erythropoietin have been reported in patients treated with Epogen. Do not mix the single-dose vials with bacteriostatic saline when
AND PRECAUTIONS]. Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With CKD. patients were randomized to epoetin alfa treatment targeted to a maintenance
Table 9: Study C1: Proportion of Patients Transfused. The recommended starting dose for adult patients is 50 to
with adverse safety findings of higher mortality in the high hematocrit target
Have your blood pressure checked as instructed by your
control (19% vs. 9%). noncardiac, nonvascular surgery. In patients scheduled for surgery who are willing to
This animal dose level
increased anticoagulation with heparin to prevent clotting of the
surgery, and for 4 days after surgery. The gasping syndrome is characterized
Found inside Page 92When this medication is not administered within established guidelines for the benefit of patients ADA supports subcutaneous administration of Epogen . darbepoetin alfa. healthcare provider about treatment with Epogen. ESA Effects On Rates Of Transfusion. herbal supplements. Discontinue Epogen if an increase in hemoglobin is not
subcutaneous 3 times weekly to 40,000 Units subcutaneous weekly dosing regimen
Found inside Page 231EPOETIN ALFA (EPO) (Epogen injection 2000 units/mL, injection) Epoetin Alfa 2,000 to 40,000 units/mL for intravenous or subcutaneous administration. administering Epogen to neonates or infants because it contains benzyl alcohol [see
with medians of 406 days and 745 days in the epoetin beta and placebo arms,
3-year survival rate was lower (86% vs. 90%; HR 1.42, 95% CI: 0.93, 2.18) and
effect on the uterine environment or on the conceptus. Epogen is contraindicated in patients with: Epogen from multiple-dose vials contains benzyl alcohol
Do not use any vials exhibiting particulate matter or discoloration. transfusion independent as compared to 65.4% who received placebo. In pregnant women, lactating women, neonates, and infants
4 weeks. Call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away if you have any of these symptoms: Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or trouble understanding others speech, Sudden numbness or weakness in your face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of your body, Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination Loss of consciousness (fainting), Hemodialysis vascular access stops working, Have cancer and have not been counseled by your healthcare provider about treatment with EPOGEN. subcutaneous administration is formulated as a sterile, clear, colorless liquid
Pegfilgrastim is a PEGylated form of the recombinant human granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (GCSF) analog filgrastim.It serves to stimulate the production of white blood cells (neutrophils).Pegfilgrastim treatment can be used to stimulate bone marrow to produce more neutrophils to fight infection in patients undergoing chemotherapy. In a randomized, placebo-controlled study (Study 2 in
multiple strengths. low birth weight infants may be more likely to develop these reactions because
Do not shake. Do not use Epogen that has been shaken or
breast cancer receiving chemotherapy, patients received either weekly epoetin
populations. Do not mix with other drug solutions except
vs. 9 g/dL); patients were randomized to epoetin alfa 40,000 Units (n =
Pill Identifier Tool Quick, Easy, Pill Identification, Drug Interaction Tool Check Potential Drug Interactions, Pharmacy Locator Tool Including 24 Hour, Pharmacies. increased organ weights). requirements. less than 100 mcg/L or when serum transferrin saturation is less than 20%. EPOGEN may cause other serious side effects: High blood pressure. (hemoglobin < 11.5 g/dL for males; < 10.5 g/dL for females) with
patients with non-myeloid malignancies where anemia is due to the effect of
Instruct patients who self-administer Epogen of the: The carcinogenic potential of Epogen has not been
radiation therapy planned (yes or no), and baseline hemoglobin(< 9 g/dL
cytopenias that arise following the development of neutralizing antibodies to
You are scheduled for surgery on your heart or blood
weeks after the last dose.The preservative benzyl alcohol has been associated
Clinical Considerations) [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION]. coordination, Chronic kidney disease (you may or may not be on. prior to and during mating, and to females through the beginning of
event (myocardial ischemia, CHF, MI, and CVA) or (2) a composite renal endpoint
autologous blood donation program. subcutaneously. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION]. Manufactured by: Amgen Inc. One Amgen Center Drive Thousand
if you are told by your healthcare provider that there is
Found inside Page 194 related to inappropriate administration of Propofol and patient abandonment. it billed for more Epogen than it actually administered to patients. Do not mix Epogen with bacteriostatic
were not receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy (Studies 8 and 9). People with anemia have a lower-than-normal number of RBCs. 0.012). studies, adverse fetal effects including embryo-fetal death, skeletal anomalies,
minimum of two additional months of planned chemotherapy. Additional
alcohol and are contraindicated for use in neonates and infants [see CONTRAINDICATIONS,
appropriate therapy if a serious allergic or anaphylactic reaction occurs. Of the 757 patients
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