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Mircera 50 mcg

NAFDAC Reg. No. A6-0121 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC — registration activeAs of 5 November 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
Mircera 50 mcg
NAFDAC number
A6-0121
Active ingredient
Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta
Strength
50 mcg/0.3 mL
Form
Solution for injection
Pack size
0.3 mL (50 mcg) x 1’s (in pre-filled syringe)
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
Roche Products Limited
Approved
3 Jul 2023
Status
Active View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
2 Jul 2028
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

RxVerify commentary

  • Mircera 50 mcg is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (A6-0121). A valid number alone does not prove a pack is genuine — counterfeiters copy real numbers, so also check the expiry date, seal and print quality.

Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. Not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist.

What Mircera 50 mcg is used for

From the official U.S. FDA label for methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

Boxed warning: ESAs INCREASE THE RISK OF DEATH, MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, STROKE, VENOUS THROMBOEMBOLISM, THROMBOSIS OF VASCULAR ACCESS and TUMOR PROGRESSION OR RECURRENCE WARNING: ESAs INCREASE THE RISK OF DEATH, MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, STROKE, VENOUS THROMBOEMBOLISM, THROMBOSIS OF VASCULAR ACCESS and TUMOR PROGRESSION OR RECURRENCE See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning Chronic Kidney Disease: • In controlled trials, patients experienced greater risks for death, serious adverse cardiovascula …
What it is used for

Mircera is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA) indicated for the treatment of anemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in: • adult patients on dialysis and adult patients not on dialysis ( 1.1 ). • pediatric patients 3 months to 17 years of age on dialysis or not on dialysis who are converting from another ESA after their hemoglobin level was stabilized with an ESA ( 1.1 ). Limitations of Use Mircera is not indicated and is not recommended for use: • In the treatment of anemia due to cancer chemotherapy ( 5.2 ). • As a substitute for RBC transfusions in patients who require immediate correction of anemia ( 12.2 ). …

Possible side effects

The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: • Increased Mortality, Myocardial Infarction, Stroke, and Thromboembolism [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] • Increased Mortality and/or Tumor Progression in Patients with Cancer [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Seizures [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] • Pure Red Cell Aplasia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] • Serious Allergic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] • Severe Cutaneous Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] The most common adverse reactions (≥ 10%) are hypertension, diarrhe …

Do not use if

Mircera is contraindicated in patients with: • Uncontrolled hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Pure red cell aplasia (PRCA) that begins after treatment with Mircera or other erythropoietin protein drugs [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] • History of serious or severe allergic reactions to Mircera (e.g., anaphylactic reactions, angioedema, bronchospasm, skin rash, and urticaria) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 , 5.8 )] . • Uncontrolled hypertension ( 4 ). …

Warnings

• Hypertension: Control hypertension prior to initiating and during treatment with Mircera ( 5.3 ). • Seizures: Seizures have occurred in CKD patients participating in Mircera clinical studies. Increase monitoring of these patients for changes in seizure frequency or premonitory symptoms ( 5.4 ). • PRCA: If severe anemia and low reticulocyte count develop during Mircera treatment, withhold Mircera and evaluate for PRCA ( 5.6 ). • Serious Allergic Reactions: Discontinue Mircera and manage reactions ( 5.7 ). • Severe Cutaneous Reactions: Discontinue Mircera ( 5.8 ). …

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from a small number of published case reports and postmarketing experience with Mircera use in pregnancy are insufficient to identify a drug associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Chronic kidney disease is associated with maternal and embryo-fetal risks (see Clinical Considerations) . …

Storage

16.2 Storage Store Mircera refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light. Do not freeze or shake. The end-user may store the product at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) in the original carton up to 30 days. …

General information only — not dosing advice. Always follow the leaflet in your pack and your doctor or pharmacist.

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About Mircera 50 mcg

What is in Mircera 50 mcg?

Mircera 50 mcg contains Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta (50 mcg/0.3 mL), as solution for injection, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is Mircera 50 mcg registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. Mircera 50 mcg is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number A6-0121, and its registration is active as of 5 November 2026.

Has Mircera 50 mcg been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Mircera 50 mcg in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of Mircera 50 mcg is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number A6-0121, your pack's expiry date and batch number to get a Trust Score, compare the pack with the NAFDAC record (ingredient, strength, form, manufacturer), and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

What is Mircera 50 mcg used for?

Mircera is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA) indicated for the treatment of anemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in: • adult patients on dialysis and adult patients not on dialysis ( 1.1 ). • pediatric patients 3 months to 17 years of age on dialysis or not on dialysis who are converting from another ESA after their hemoglobin level was stabilized with an ESA ( 1.1 ). Limita (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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