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How to Take Darbepoetin Alfa and it's Dose


It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or under the skin.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

SC/IV- The initial dose is 0.45 mcg/kg body weight, as a single injection once weekly.
For patients not receiving dialysis:
The initial dose is 0.75 mcg/kg as a single injection once every 2 weeks.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled high blood pressure, and known hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Darbepoetin Alfa

This medication is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent, prescribed for anemia due to chronic kidney disease.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Darbepoetin Alfa

India :


International :


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