Fematos1gm/20ml
Rx- Generic:
- Ferric Carboxymaltose
- Company:
- General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Injection
- Pack size:
- Injection
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At a glance
Ferric Carboxymaltose is an iron replacement medicine used for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adults who have intolerance or unsatisfactory response to oral iron.
Indications
- Iron Deficiency Anemia: Used for treatment of IDA in adults who have intolerance or unsatisfactory response to oral iron; also for IDA in adults with non-dialysis dependent CKD.
Dosage
Adult Dose (IV):
- >50 kg: 750 mg IV once, follow 7 days later with second 750 mg dose; not to exceed cumulative dose of 1500 mg per course.
- <50 kg: 15 mg/kg IV once, follow 7 days later with second dose; not to exceed 1500 cumulative dose per course.
- Single administration: 15 mg iron/kg (IV injection) or 20 mg/kg (IV infusion); max 1000 mg; max 1000 mg per week.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dark colored stool
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Flushing
- Hypertension
- Aminotransferase increased
- Hypophosphataemia
Precautions & warnings
Precautions:
- Ferric Carboxymaltose does not usually affect your ability to drive.
- Observed for at least 30 minutes after each injection due to risk of allergic reaction.
- Blood pressure and blood iron levels will be regularly monitored during treatment.
- Inform doctor if taking any oral iron-containing products.
- Avoid alcohol (may worsen side effects).
- Stools may become black or dark in color (normal and harmless).
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.