# Epoetin Alfa-Epbx (Epogen)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/epoetin-alfa-epbx
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Epoetin Alfa-Epbx?

Epoetin Alfa-Epbx (brand name: Epogen) is a prescription medication. Across the United States, 1,000 doctors prescribe Epoetin to approximately 3,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Epogen

## Indications

Epogen is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA) indicated for: Treatment of anemia due to: - Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in patients on dialysis and not on dialysis . - Zidovudine in patients with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection .

## Conditions treated

- [Anemia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/anemia)
- [Chronic Kidney Disease](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/chronic-kidney-disease)
- [HIV Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/hiv-infections)

## Mechanism of action

Epogen stimulates erythropoiesis by the same mechanism as endogenous erythropoietin.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Prescription Medication
- Route of administration: INTRAVENOUS

## Common side effects

one, three

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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