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Epo And Procrit
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Pronounced: (eep-oh-EE-tin AL-fuh)
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Discuss the risks and benefits of use for epoetin alfa with your doctor, as this medication may rarely cause very serious side effects, including blood clots. It will be very important to keep all laboratory test appointments, as your doctor will need to carefully check your red blood cell tests (hemoglobin). The lowest effective dose of this medication should be used. When used to treat anemia related to cancer,...
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Procrit
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FDA orders drug-label change for Aranesp, Procrit
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Erythropoietin
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Anemia: Resources
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