DRUG	SUPPLIED	DOSE	COMMENTS
EPOETIN (Paeds) (Eprex, Erythropoetin, Epoetin alfa, EPO) Mechanism of action: Colony-stimulating factor. Human erythropoietin produced in cell culture using recombinant DNA technology. Ref: 32, 44, 77 Last update: 2022-06-22	Prefilled syringes, single use, preservative-free: 2,000 units 3,000 units 4,000 units 6,000 units 10,000 units	Anemia in chronic kidney disease: Infants, Children and Adolescents   50-150 units /kg/week SC/IV or divided 2-3 times weekly Titrate dose to achieve target Hgb Pre-operative use to decrease blood product exposure* 300 units/kg/week SC x 3-4 weeks	Do not shake or transport via pneumatic tube system. Shaking may denature proteins and render the product inactive. SC route provides sustained serum levels and longer half life compared to IV route. IV use restricted to hemodialysis patients only. *Consult hematology for this indication (pre-op use) at least 4 weeks prior to surgery date. Standard Prescription: epoetin__units IV/SC__(frequency) (__units/kg/week) or (__units/kg/dose) Note: Please specify day(s) of the week administered.