Evrenzo 20 Mg/ 50 Mg/ 70 Mg/ 100 Mg/ 150 Mg 20 mg/ 50 mg/ 70 mg/ 100 mg/ 150 mg Tablet
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of anaemia in adult patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Dosage (summary)
Oral, three times per week; starting dose 70 mg (under 100 kg) or 100 mg (100 kg and over).
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
- Paediatric population
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP2C8 inhibitors (e.g., gemfibrozil)
- Phosphate binders
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to roxadustat
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Children under 18 years
Common side effects
- Seizures
- Nausea
- Vascular Access Thrombosis (VAT)
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Counselling Points
- Take orally with or without food.
- Do not chew or crush tablets.
- Monitor for signs of infection.
Serious warnings
- Monitor haemoglobin levels to avoid excessive increases.
- Risk of seizures in predisposed patients.
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