This is a scientifically created version of the hormone erythropoietin. This hormone is naturally produced by particular cells in the kidneys, and it encourages the bone marrow to generate red blood cells.
Epoetin can be utilized to treat anemia, a condition characterized by a decrease in the level of oxygen-carrying hemoglobin in the blood, which can occur due to a deficiency of erythropoietin in kidney failure. It’s also employed to elevate the count of red blood cells prior to surgery, where the patient donates their own blood in advance to be used during or post-operation. Moreover, in significant orthopedic (bone-related) surgeries, epoetin might serve as a substitute for blood transfusions.