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.
To make sure you can safely use epoetin alfa, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions: 1  heart disease, congestive heart failure, or high blood pressure (hypertension); 2  kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis); 3  a history of stroke, heart attack, or blood clots;