Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents are drugs that increase the body’s production of erythropoietin (EPO). EPO is the hormone that helps create new red blood cells called erythrocytes. These agents are commonly used to treat various types of anemia (low red blood cell count).
Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents is most often used for Cardiovascular Health.
Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents is most often used for Cardiovascular Health.
In this meta-analysis, combined treatment with erythropoiesis-stimulating agents and iron was more effective than treatment with iron alone for improving chemotherapy-induced anemia in participants with cancer. However, the findings were based entirely on trials of poor methodological quality.
