Recogen is used for anemia due to:
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) – both dialysis and non-dialysis patients
HIV infection treated with zidovudine
Chemotherapy-induced anemia (minimum 2 months of planned chemotherapy)
Elective surgery – to reduce need for RBC transfusions
Premature infants – birth weight 750–1500 g, gestational age <34 weeks
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Recogen is a recombinant human erythropoietin that stimulates the production of red blood cells (RBCs). It is used to treat and prevent anemia in various conditions.
Recogen mimics human erythropoietin, a natural hormone that:
Can cause hemoglobin levels above target → managed by reducing dose or phlebotomy
Severe hypertension may occur
Most side effects are manageable with dose adjustment
General Guidelines:
Always check iron status before and during treatment
Do not shake the vial; protect from light
Inspect for particulate matter or discoloration before use
Discard unused portions
CKD Patients:
Start when hemoglobin <10 g/dL
Typical adult dose: 50–100 units/kg, 3 times weekly (IV or SC)
Adjust dose based on hemoglobin rise; do not increase more than once every 4 weeks
Zidovudine-treated HIV Adults:
100 units/kg, 3 times weekly (IV or SC)
Cancer Chemotherapy:
Adults: 150 units/kg SC 3 times/week or 40,000 units SC weekly
Children (5–18 years): 600 units/kg IV weekly
Premature Infants:
250 IU/kg SC 3 times/week, start as early as day 3 of life for 6 weeks
No major clinically significant interactions
Effect may be enhanced with iron supplements (e.g., ferrous sulfate)
2–8°C, do not freeze
Protect from light and keep in original packaging
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