Iron

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Uses

Iron is used to treat iron-deficiency, also termed as anemia, a condition of deficiency of healthy red blood cells.

Contraindications

When should one not use Iron

If you are allergic to iron sucrose.
If you have a severe allergic reaction to other iron medicines.
If you have anemia, which is not caused by iron deficiency.
If you have excessive iron in your body.
If you have a problem with how your body uses iron.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Pain in the muscle, limbs, joints
medication site pain, swelling, redness, itching
medication site bleeding

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information about the effects of this medication in human pregnancy, especially during the first three months of pregnancy.Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child.

Breast Feeding

This medication passes into human milk. Since the baby may be exposed to medicine, consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

This medication may make you dizzy and feel light-headed. Avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

There is limited information about the effects of this medication on alcohol. Avoid taking alcohol in an excessive amount.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a history of having an allergy to the medicine.
You have an immune system disease called lupus.
You have swelling or pain in your joints.
You have severe asthma or other allergies.
You have any infections.
You have problems with your liver.
This medication is not recommended for children.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Iron is important for the development of new red blood cells. Iron works by refilling iron stores so that the body can make more red blood cells.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Concomitant use of iron sucrose along with other iron medicines taken by mouth should be avoided as it may alter the effects of the medicine. You should use iron medicine taken by mouth at least 5-days after the iron medication.
You should tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the other medicines or herbal products you are using.

Dosage

Overdose

You are less likely to get an overdose of Iron as it is given to you by a doctor or nurse in a clinic or hospital. Inform the doctor if you feel any discomfort immediately after the administration of this medication.

Missed a Dose

The chances of missing a dose of Iron are rare, as you will be monitored closely by a healthcare professional. In case they miss a dose, inform them.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Iron-deficiency or anemia can be defined as a lack of sufficient amounts of healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to the body's tissues, lack of these cells may lead to weakness, pale skin, fatigue, brittle nails, etc.

Lean meat, seafood and chickenIron-protected breakfast cereals and breadWhite beans, lentils, spinach, kidney beans, and peasNuts and some dried fruits, such as raisins

There is limited information about the effects of this medication in human pregnancy, especially during the first three months of pregnancy. However, this should be taken if prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

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