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haemoglobin crosfumaril
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Description

Hemoglobin crosfumaril is a drug used to treat sickle cell anemia, a genetic disorder that affects red blood cells. It works by increasing the production of fetal hemoglobin, which helps to reduce the sickling of red blood cells. The side effects of hemoglobin crosfumaril include headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dizziness, and fatigue. It may also cause anemia, low white blood cell count, and increased risk of infection.

Associated brand names:
  ▸ Crizanlizumab
  ▸ Adakveo
  ▸ Fibryga
  ▸ Sanglizumab-Aqg

Synonyms
  • hemoglobin crosfumaril
Classifications
  • blood substitute
  • sport doping
  • volume expander

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