erythrogen

/ˌɛrɪθˈɡɪnɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance that stimulates the production of erythropoietin, the hormone that controls red blood cell production.

“The erythrogen in her medication helped her recover from anemia.”

Synonyms

  • erythropoietin-stimulating agent
  • red blood cell stimulant

Antonyms

  • anemia-inducing agent
  • red blood cell inhibitor