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What is methoxypolyethylene glycol epoetin beta?

Pronunciation: /methoxypolyethylene* ˈglaɪˌkɔl epoetin* ˈbeɪtə/

methoxypolyethylene glycol epoetin beta

Definition

A substance being studied in the treatment of anemia in patients who are receiving chemotherapy. It is a form of erythropoietin (a substance produced in the kidneys that stimulates the production of red blood cells) that has been changed in the laboratory. Also called Ro 50-3821.