Tag: Epo side effects

According to the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), the misuse of Erythropoietin (EPO) can thicken the blood, leading to an increased risk of deadly diseases such as heart attack and stroke. The negative effects of using EPO, both in unmonitored abuse and improperly managed clinical settings, can be profound and life-threatening.

According to Drugs.com, up to 30% of patients receiving epoetin alfa, a type of erythropoietin (EPO), in clinical trials have experienced diarrhea. While not the most common side effect for all patient groups, it is a significant gastrointestinal issue that can affect individuals undergoing treatment with EPO. Understanding the potential for diarrhea is crucial for patients and healthcare providers managing anemia with erythropoietin-stimulating agents (ESAs).