Epoetin beta
Recombinant erythropoietin / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Epoetin beta (INN), sold under the brand name Neorecormon among others, is a synthetic, recombinant[4] form of erythropoietin, a protein that promotes the production of red blood cells. It is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA) that is used to treat anemia, commonly associated with chronic kidney failure and cancer chemotherapy.
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Pronunciation | /ɛˈpoʊ.ɪtɪn/ |
Trade names | Neorecormon, Betapoietin, others[1] |
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Routes of administration | Intravenous, subcutaneous |
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It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.[5]