Question 1

i take procrit (epoetin alfa) about every two weeks, is there an alternative?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Longer acting forms of erythropoietic agents have been produced.  One is known as aranesp, (darbepoetin alfa) and is dosed every 3-4 weeks.

Question 2

how common is to take epogen procrit (epoetin alfa) for kidney?

Accepted Answer

Depends on stage: In stage 4 and stage 5 (end stage) kidney diseases, Epogen (epoetin alfa) use is common, much more than in lighter stages. Of note, Epogen (epoetin alfa) (procrit) is not taken for kidneys but for anemia caused by kidney disease.

Question 3

what are pros cons of drug procrit (epoetin alfa) to treat 88 year-old man whose chronic leukemia is now becoming acute where he needs transfusions every two weeks?

Accepted Answer

Leukemia: This is a difficult dilemma answer even knowing all the facts, which we don't have in this forum. If the treatment side effects are mild and would help prevent the patient from having a routine blood transfusions then obviously this might be the better choice. Any treatment decisions would of course be that of the patient.  A family meeting with the attending physician and the patient might be a good way to solve this issue.

Question 4

i have anemia from ongoing hep c tx. may need procrit (epoetin alfa) injection. any dietary advice to build up hemoglobin levels and red/white cell counts?

Accepted Answer

No: There are no dietary changes that would help unless you also happened to have iron deficiency. I always check baseline iron studies prior to starting treatment to screen for this since anemia during treatment is so common.

Question 5

is it safe to take procrit (epoetin alfa) while pregnant or breast-feeding?

Accepted Answer

No: Procrit (epoetin alfa) (epogen) has not been adequately studied to determine if it is safe for breasteeding. If you are needing this drug though you may have other more serious medical issues. Your doctor would need to determine with you whether or not the benefits outweigh the theoretical risks.

Question 6

chronic anemia 13 yrs.  hepc 3+ yrs. can elevated igm 417 simply be the hep c or more likely a more serious blood issue? anemia treatd iv iron,procrit (epoetin alfa)

Accepted Answer

Get treated: The new medication for Hep C has proven to be effective for most subjects albeit on the expensive side. You need to consult your doctor to get this taken care. In fact, this may lead to resolution of some of your other problems.

Question 7

ckd anemic patient alk phosphatase went up from 99 to 130 and intact pth is abnormal (125).  doctor has me on 5000 iu a day vitamin d3, should i check serum vit d and phosphorus levels? took 40000 units of procrit but rbc not improving ~3.3, hbg 8.7

Accepted Answer

Find a better DR: You need a precise diagnosis. Reason for procrit (epoetin alfa)??? 5000 u Vit D daily is far too much. Kidney or bone marrow disease? " Anemia" is a symptom, not a diagnosis.

Question 8

what could cause allergies all year long?

Accepted Answer

All year long.: Most commonly dust mites and molds and pets. In rare cases, what you work around.

Question 9

what are the main causes of allergies during the winter?

Accepted Answer

Indoor allergens: There is little that pollinates in the winter. If you are in the south you may experience mountain cedar pollinating then, but in the north there isn't really anything. So allergies in the winter tend to be caused by indoor allergens (pets, etc), or are not allergies but upper respiratory infections, or irritant responses to pollution, response to cold/dry air, etc.

Question 10

i am having allergy symptoms in my house. what may cause these outbreaks?

Accepted Answer

Indoor allergies: Common indoor allergens include dust mite and animal dander.  Other less common indoor allergens are mold, cockroach, other pets (birds, rodents), and feathers (pillows, comforters).   During tree, grass or weed pollen season, pollen may blow through screens or open doors or windows, making it seem like indoor allergens.  An allergist can perform skin tests for these and have an answer in 20 min.

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I take procrit (epoetin alfa) about every two weeks, is there an alternative?

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What are pros cons of drug procrit (epoetin alfa) to treat 88 year-old man whose chronic leukemia is now becoming acute where he needs transfusions every two weeks?

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I have anemia from ongoing hep c tx. may need procrit (epoetin alfa) injection. any dietary advice to build up hemoglobin levels and red/white cell counts?

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Is it safe to take procrit (epoetin alfa) while pregnant or breast-feeding?

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Chronic anemia 13 yrs. hepc 3+ yrs. can elevated igm 417 simply be the hep c or more likely a more serious blood issue? anemia treatd iv iron,procrit (epoetin alfa)

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Ckd anemic patient alk phosphatase went up from 99 to 130 and intact pth is abnormal (125). doctor has me on 5000 iu a day vitamin d3, should i check serum vit d and phosphorus levels? took 40000 units of procrit but rbc not improving ~3.3, hbg 8.7

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What could cause allergies all year long?

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What are the main causes of allergies during the winter?

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I am having allergy symptoms in my house. what may cause these outbreaks?

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