Doping for Gold: Explains why some athletes have used EPO to boost performance and why international athletic bodies have begun banning its use.DrugDigest: Erythropoietin: Information on dosage, usage, side effects, interactions, and drug comparisons including generics when available. Sold under brand names such as: EPO, Epogen, and Procrit.Epogen: a.k.a. Erythropoietin - EPO.Procrit: Full prescribing information from RxList.Procrit ( Erythropoietin ): Manufacturer's information on this medication intended to increase red blood cell production in the treatment of fatigue and anemia.