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Generic: Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex)

Form: Injection 100mg/5ml

Indication

Iron deficiency anemia, in pregnancy and in non-dialysis dependent chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, hemodialysis dependent CKD patients or peritoneal dialysis CKD patients

Administration

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Adult Dose

Adults and the Elderly: Iron-deficiency Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease Hemodialysis-dependent CKD: 100 mg elemental iron IV (injection or infusion over 2-5 min) per dialysis session not to exceed total cumulative dose of 1000 mg divided in 3 doses/week Non-dialysis-dependent CKD: 200 mg IV injection for 5 doses in over 14 days (cumulative 1000 mg in 14-day period) Peritoneal dialysis-dependent CKD: 300 mg IV infusion (1.5 hr) for 2 doses 14 days apart, THEN 400 mg IV infusion (2.5 hr) 14 days later (cumulative 1000 mg divided in 3 doses/week)

Child Dose

Iron-deficiency Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease Indicated for maintenance treatment of iron-deficient anemia associated with chronic kidney disease <2 years: Safety and efficacy not established Hemodialysis-dependent: 0.5 mg/kg IV q2weeks for 12 weeks; not to exceed 100 mg/dose Non-dialysis dependent or peritoneal-dependent (on erythropoietin): 0.5 mg/kg IV q4weeks for 12 weeks; not to exceed 100 mg/dose

Contraindication

The use of Iron Sucrose is contraindicated in patients with evidence of Iron overload e.g. Haemochromatosis, thalassemia or haemosiderosis and in patients with known hypersensitivity to Iron preparations or any components preparation, in patients with anemia not caused by Iron deficiency.

Mode of Action

Iron: Essential component in the formation of hemoglobin; adequate amounts of iron are necessary for effective erythropoiesis; also serves as a cofactor of several essential enzymes, including cytochromes that are involved in electron transport. Replacement of iron stores found in hemoglobin, myoglobin, and enzymes; works to transport oxygen via hemoglobin.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with __NAME__.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Safety Advice

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Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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