Ferric Carboxy Maltose

There is limited information about the effects of Ferric Carboxy Maltose on human pregnancy. However, your doctor may give you this medicine only if it is needed.

There is limited information about the effects of Ferric Carboxy Maltose on breastfeeding mother. Inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother, he may give you this medicine only if it is needed. Do not take any other medicine without talking to your doctor.

Ferric Carboxy Maltose does not alter the ability to drive. However, if you experience any undesirable adverse effect which disrupts the driving ability. Avoid driving.

There is limited data available about the effect of alcohol on Ferric Carboxy Maltose. Consult your physician if you have a habit of consuming alcohol regularly.

Leafy green food such as spinach, kale along with Vitamin C rich food like oranges, red peppers, and strawberries may increase iron absorption. Red meat, poultry, and seafood. Beans such as kidney beans, chickpeas, soybeans, black beans. Nuts and seeds like pumpkin seeds, cashews, pistachio.

The difference between infusion and injection is the duration of administration. Injections are given as a single shot and are often done within minutes. On the other hand, infusions can be given via saline drip or injecting slowly and can take between 30 minutes to several hours.

Ferric Carboxy Maltose will be given by a doctor or nurse in a hospital/clinic. Do not self inject, follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor/nurse.

Ferric Carboxy Maltose is given by a doctor or nurse and starts replenishing iron stores after administration. Ask your doctor how soon you can expect your anaemia to improve.