Iron Sucrose Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Iron Sucrose-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Iron Sucrose brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Iron Sucrose

Pronunciation : I ern SUE krose

ICD Code : Y44.0 Therapeutic Classification : Iron Preparations

Brand Names or Trade Names of Iron Sucrose

India :

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International :

Venofer, Nicofer, Encifer, Suez

Why is Iron Sucrose Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a mineral iron, prescribed for iron deficiency anemia especially for kidney failure patients. It replenishes body iron stores in patients with iron deficiency.

When should Iron Sucrose not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with excess iron in the body, other than iron deficiency anemia (eg-Vitamin deficiency anemia, megaloblastic anemia) and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Iron Sucrose?

IV- The recommended dose is 1000 mg over 2 to 5 minutes infusion, in divided doses within 2 weeks time.

How should Iron Sucrose be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Iron Sucrose?

• It should not be administered via intradermal, subcutaneous and intra muscular routes.

• It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting, do not drive a car, operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Do not use in children.

• Caution needed in elderly patients and pregnant women.

What are the side effects of Iron Sucrose?

Ear - Ear pain.
Eye - Eye inflammation.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, sensory loss, nausea and vomiting.
General - Weakness, chest pain, swelling in the leg, fatigue, injection site burning/ pain and fever.
Infections - Injection site infection, respiratory tract infection and urinary tract infection.
Metabolic - Excess fluid, gout and increase/decrease in blood sugar.
Musculoskeletal - Tissue disorders, joint pain/inflammation, back pain and muscle cramp/pain.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, headache and decreased sensitivity.
Respiratory - Increased cough, difficulty in breathing, nose congestion and inflammation of pharynx, nose.
Skin - Itching and rash.
Heart - High/low blood pressure.

What are the other precautions for Iron Sucrose?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Iron Sucrose?

Store it at controlled room temperature (59° to 86°F). Protect from freezing.

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