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Procrit is a blood and coagulation agent.

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Brands

Epogen

Generic Drug

Epoetin alfa

Side Effects

Common

Cough
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Fever
Headache
Joint pains
Nausea
Congestion
Fatigue
Vomiting
Numbness or tingling
Painful swollen joints
Paresthesia
Nasal congestion
Heart palpitations
Loss of strength
Rash

Serious

Hypersensitivity

Treats

Anemia
Condition
Pancytopenia
Condition

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