Ferric carboxymaltose is an intravenous medicine that acts as an iron replacement and treats iron deficiency anemia (lack of iron in the blood) in patients with chronic kidney disease, who are not dependent on dialysis (CKD) and those who are using iron supplements that aren’t working. It acts by replenishing the iron in our red blood cells, which allows oxygen to circulate throughout the body.
How To Use
- As instructed by your doctor, Ferric carboxymaltose is administered by intravenous injection, usually by a medical professional.
- Ferric carboxymaltose is normally given in two doses, separated by at least seven days. It is normally administered slowly over a period of several minutes.
- Ferric carboxymaltose injection may also be mixed with a saline solution and infused into a vein over a period of 15 minutes.
- The dosage is determined by your medical history, weight, and your treatment response. To evaluate your reaction, your doctor may prescribe laboratory testing.
Expert Advice
- Before receiving Ferric carboxymaltose, inform your doctor about all of your current medicines and your medical problems.
- Keep this and all other medications out of the reach of children.
- Avoid sharing your medicines with others, and only use this drug for the indication indicated.
- Ferric carboxymaltose should not be frozen or refrigerated. Once a vial of Ferric carboxymaltose has been unsealed, it should be administered as soon as possible.
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