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Edarfit Injection

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Origin Health Care Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Edaravone (1.5mg)

Overview Edarfit Injection

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a debilitating neuromuscular disease, may be treated with Edarfit Injection. This antioxidant medication helps mitigate nerve cell damage, potentially slowing ALS progression. Administered intravenously by a healthcare provider, Edarfit Injection is reserved for patients unable to take oral medications. Follow your physician's prescribed dosage and schedule; if a dose is missed, take it promptly upon recollection. Common side effects include headache, bruising, and gait abnormalities. Injection site reactions (pain, redness, or swelling) are also possible but typically self-limiting. Persistent or troublesome side effects warrant medical consultation. Seek immediate medical attention for allergic reactions, characterized by itching, facial or lip swelling, or tongue swelling.

Uses of Edarfit Injection

Lou Gehrig's disease

Major Benefits of Edarfit Injection:

This medication will be administered by your physician or registered nurse; self-medication is strictly prohibited.

Common Side effects of Edarfit Injection:

  • Bruise
  • Walking difficulties
  • Headache
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Edarfit Injection:

This medication will be administered by your healthcare provider; self-medication is strictly prohibited.

How Edarfit Injection works:

Edarfit Injection functions as a neuroprotective antioxidant, enhancing nerve function and mitigating the harm caused by free radical damage. Its mechanism involves slowing the deterioration of nerves affected by these harmful chemicals, thereby delaying the advancement of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) symptoms through a reduction in cerebral oxidative stress.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption alongside Edarfit Injection lacks established safety data. Physician consultation is advised.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Edarfit Injection during pregnancy may pose risks. While human research is scarce, animal studies indicate potential harm to a developing fetus. A physician will assess the potential benefits against these risks prior to prescribing. Seek medical advice before use.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Data on Edarfit Injection use while breastfeeding is lacking. Seek medical advice from your physician.

DrivingDrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The effect of Edarfit Injection on driving ability is unknown. Refrain from operating a vehicle if you experience symptoms impairing concentration or reaction time.

KidneyKidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Data on Edarfit Injection's use in patients with renal impairment is scarce. Seek medical advice from your physician.

LiverLiverCAUTION

For patients exhibiting severe hepatic impairment, Edarfit Injection requires careful administration, potentially necessitating dosage modification. Consult your physician for guidance. Data regarding Edarfit Injection's use in such patients is limited. Dosage alteration is not advised for individuals with mild to moderate liver dysfunction.

What if you forget to take Edarfit Injection :

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Facts to Know About Edarfit Injection

LabelValue
Chemical Type Pyrazolone Derivative
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Neuroscience of the Central Nervous System
Actions Cognitive enhancer

FAQs on Edarfit Injection

Edarfit Injection may commonly cause confusion, headache, and gait disturbance. Less frequently reported side effects include skin rash and itching, shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, cough (particularly in asthmatics), and fungal infections.
Edarfit Injection, a liquid solution, is administered intravenously over an hour by a healthcare professional in a clinic or hospital setting. Initially, it's given daily for the first 14 days of a 28-day cycle. Subsequent cycles involve daily injections for the first 10 days of the 28-day cycle. Dosage frequency is determined by your doctor based on your response to treatment.
Edarfit Injection treats amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a disease causing progressive nerve cell death that controls muscle movement, leading to muscle atrophy and weakness. It slows the nerve damage that contributes to ALS symptom progression.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're allergic to edaravone, sodium bisulfite, other medications, or any Edarfit Injection ingredient. Before starting edaravone, inform your doctor about all medications, vitamins, and supplements you take or plan to take. They may adjust your medication doses or monitor you for side effects. Also, tell your doctor about any history of asthma, and if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment.
While ALS prevention remains unproven due to a lack of supporting studies, mitigating risk factors may lessen the likelihood of developing the disease. These factors include smoking, pesticide and insecticide exposure, and, according to some reports, military service.
People of Caucasian and non-Hispanic descent have the highest incidence of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Between 5% and 10% of ALS cases are familial, inherited from parents. Onset can occur at any age, though symptoms typically appear between ages 55 and 75. Men are slightly more prone to developing ALS than women, a difference that lessens with age. Research also indicates a 1.5 to 2 times higher risk among military veterans, potentially linked to wartime toxin exposure.
Exposure to toxins during combat or intense physical exertion may increase the risk of ALS in veterans and athletes, according to researchers.
ALS often begins with subtle muscle problems: twitching in limbs or tongue, cramps, stiffness, and weakness in an arm, leg, neck, or diaphragm. Difficulty with speech (slurred or nasal) and swallowing may also occur. Many first notice weakness in a hand or arm, struggling with tasks like buttoning a shirt or turning a key. Alternatively, leg weakness may be the initial symptom, manifesting as clumsiness while walking, increased tripping, or stumbling.
Edarfit Injection
558
MRP 680
17% off