Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has a warm humid temperate climate with hot summers and no dry season. The area within 25 mi of this station is covered by croplands (32%), built-up areas (30%), forests (29%), grasslands (6%), and lakes and rivers (3%).
Epoetin injection is a man-made version of human erythropoietin (EPO). EPO is produced naturally in the body, mostly by the kidneys. It stimulates the bone marrow to produce red blood cells. If the body does not produce enough EPO, severe anemia can occur.
Drug information provided by: Micromedex. Epoetin injection is usually given by a doctor after a kidney dialysis treatment or in a hospital or clinic. It may be given as a shot under your skin or into a vein. However, medicines given by injection are sometimes used at home.