Dexferrum - Iron Dextran - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Dexferrum.
• Dexferrum, Infed
• EYE-urn DEX-tran

Possible Side Effects

• Flushing, headache, tingling of the hands or feet, nausea, shivering or dizziness may occur.
• The area around the injection site may be tender, irritated or discolored (brown).
• If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Allergic reactions have been reported.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Dexferrum Storage Instructions

• Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light as directed.

Read Before Using Dexferrum (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near the time for the next dose.
• Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Overdose

• If you or someone you know may have used more than the recommended dose of this medicine, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under six.
• In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison center immediately.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.

Dexferrum Miscellaneous Notes

• Periodic blood tests will be done to check your response to this medication.
• It is important to maintain a well balanced diet to ensure adequate intake of iron, vitamins and minerals.
• Good sources of iron include meats especially liver, eggs, raisins, figs, broccoli, brussels sprouts, beans, lentils and iron fortified or enriched cereals.
• Follow any diet recommendations.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by injection usually once a day.
• Prior to the first full dose, a smaller test dose is given to check for possible allergic effects.
• If no reaction is observed after at least one hour, the full days dose may be given.
• The dose and duration of therapy is calculated based on your weight and condition.

Warning

• Infrequently, iron dextran for injection has caused severe (sometimes fatal) allergic reactions.
• It should be used only when clearly needed and when a patient is unable to take oral forms of iron.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you experience signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, itchy skin, breathing difficulty, or dizziness.

Medicinal Applications

• Iron, an essential mineral, is the major transporter of oxygen in the body.
• This medication is used to treat anemia or "iron-poor" blood in persons unable to take oral iron medication.