Guest guest Posted February 17, 2009 Report Share Posted February 17, 2009 Dear Avis, That is so good of you to render that service for your friend. Yes, blood transfusions are expensive, but so are Aranesp injections. They now no longer allow them unless you are in a hospital or taking infusions. You do feel a lot better after a transfusion, although sometimes you have minor side effects, like itching, a slight rash, fever. I never got sick from Aranesp. Here is some information about Aranesp. a.. associated with chronic renal failure, including patients on dialysis and patients not on dialysis b.. in patients with non-myeloid malignancies where anemia is due to the effect of concomitantly administered chemotherapy. Aranesp® use has not been demonstrated in controlled clinical trials to improve symptoms of anemia, quality of life, fatigue, or patient well-being. Aranesp® is not indicated for use in patients receiving hormonal agents, therapeutic biologic products, or radiotherapy unless receiving concomitant myelosuppressive chemotherapy. This is only one of many sites to visit on Aranesp. If the hemoglobin is increasing and approaching 12 g/dL, the dose should be reduced by approximately 25%. I don't get a transfusion until my hemoglobin drops below 9.0. I hope this information is beneficial to your friend. http://www.rxlist.com/aranesp-drug.htm Blessings, Lottie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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