Epoetin Alfa in Treating Patients With Anemia Who Are Undergoing Chemotherapy for Cancer

Summary

RATIONALE: Epoetin alfa may cause the body to make more red blood cells. It is used to treat anemia caused by cancer and chemotherapy. It may also help relieve fatigue in patients with anemia. PURPOSE: This randomized clinical trial is studying how well epoetin alfa works in treating patients with anemia who are undergoing chemotherapy for cancer.

Timeline

Start

2003-05

Primary completion

2008-09

Completion

2008-09

Drugs

Indications