Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000

Uses	Iron deficiency anemia
Therapy	Haematinics
Side Effects	Headache, dizziness, injection site pain

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Molecule Description

Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000 is an iron preparation. It is used to treat iron-deficiency anemia. This medicine restores the decrease level of iron in the body. Avoid taking Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000 if you have any allergic reaction to any other iron medicines. Before starting with Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000, inform your doctor about all other medicines you are consuming. This medicine will be given by injection or infusion in a hospital or clinic by a nurse or the doctor. Do not self-inject.

Uses

Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000 is used to treat iron-deficiency anemia, a condition of deficiency of healthy red blood cells.

Contraindications

When should one not use Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000

If you are allergic to Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000 or any other ingredients of this medicine.
If you have a severe allergic reaction to other iron medicines.
If you have anemia, which is not caused due to 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
Injection or infusion site pain, swelling, redness, itching
Injection or infusion site bleeding

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information about the effects of this medicine 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 medicine passes into human milk. Since the baby may be exposed to medicine, consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

This medicine 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 medicine 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 medicine is not recommended for children.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Iron is important for the development of new red blood cells. Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000 works by refilling iron stores so that the body can make more red blood cells.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Concomitant use of this medicine 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 this injection.
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 (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000 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 medicine.

Missed a Dose

The chances of missing a dose of Iron (Iii) Isomaltoside 1000 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 chicken Iron-fortified breakfast cereals and bread White beans, lentils, spinach, kidney beans, and peas Nuts and some dried fruits, such as raisins

There is limited information about the effects of this medicine in human pregnancy, especially during the first three months of pregnancy. However, this medicine should be used only 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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