Prescription
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (blood booster)
Epoetin alfa
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Epoetin alfa is a man-made version of a natural hormone your kidneys produce called erythropoietin, which tells your body to make more red blood cells — the cells that carry oxygen around your body.
What is it used for?
Low blood level (anaemia) caused by kidney diseaseanaemia from cancer chemotherapyanaemia related to HIV treatmentreducing the need for blood transfusion before major surgery
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.