Anemia drug MIRCERA studied in kidney patients before dialysis

NCT ID NCT02567188

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how well MIRCERA works for anemia in people with chronic kidney disease stages 3-4 who are not yet on dialysis. Researchers tracked 144 patients over 12 months to see if their hemoglobin levels stayed in a healthy range. The goal was to gather real-world data on safety and effectiveness.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
MIRCERA (a drug that stimulates red blood cell production)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could confirm that MIRCERA helps manage anemia in pre-dialysis kidney disease patients, potentially improving energy and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be influenced by other factors. It does not prove MIRCERA is better than other treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

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    Angeholm, S-262 81, Sweden

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    Bollnäs, 821 81, Sweden

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    Eskilstuna, 63188, Sweden

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    Gävle, 80187, Sweden

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    Gothenburg, 41345, Sweden

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    Gothenburg, S-402 76, Sweden

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    Huddinge, 14186, Sweden

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    Jönköping, 55185, Sweden

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    Karlshamn, S-374 80, Sweden

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    Karlstad, 65185, Sweden

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    Kristianstad, 29185, Sweden

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    Linköping, S-581 85, Sweden

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    Mölndal, S-431 80, Sweden

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    Norrköping, 60182, Sweden

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    Skövde, 54185, Sweden

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    Stockholm, 17176, Sweden

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    Stockholm, 18288, Sweden

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    Umeå, 90185, Sweden

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    Värnamo, 33185, Sweden

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    Västervik, 59381, Sweden

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