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Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) is an iron replacement product. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron in your body (iron-deficiency anaemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body. Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) is given as injection by your doctor or nurse. You will be watched carefully to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction. Your doctor will decide how much dose you need depending on the cause of your anaemia, it may help to eat a well-balanced diet that has enough iron, vitamins and minerals. Good sources of iron include meat, eggs, raisins, broccoli and lentils. The most common side effects include vomiting, nausea, constipation, and dark colored stools. Most of these usually go away within a short time. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse. You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have rheumatoid arthritis, asthma or other allergies, high blood pressure or liver problems. This may affect your treatment. It is not known whether this medicine is safe for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so please take advice from your doctor. You will have tests to check your blood cells and iron levels, monitor your progress and check for side effects. It may be advisable to limit alcohol during treatment. Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen.

• Iron deficiency anemia • Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

Iron: Essential component in the formation of hemoglobin; adequate amounts of iron are necessary for effective erythropoiesis; also serves as a cofactor of several essential enzymes, including cytochromes that are involved in electron transport. Replacement of iron stores found in hemoglobin, myoglobin, and enzymes; works to transport oxygen via hemoglobin.

Adult Dose: Adults and the Elderly: Iron-deficiency Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease Hemodialysis-dependent CKD: 100 mg elemental iron IV (injection or infusion over 2-5 min) per dialysis session not to exceed total cumulative dose of 1000 mg divided in 3 doses/week Non-dialysis-dependent CKD: 200 mg IV injection for 5 doses in over 14 days (cumulative 1000 mg in 14-day period) Peritoneal dialysis-dependent CKD: 300 mg IV infusion (1.5 hr) for 2 doses 14 days apart, THEN 400 mg IV infusion (2.5 hr) 14 days later (cumulative 1000 mg divided in 3 doses/week) Child Dose: Iron-deficiency Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease Indicated for maintenance treatment of iron-deficient anemia associated with chronic kidney disease <2 years: Safety and efficacy not established Hemodialysis-dependent: 0.5 mg/kg IV q2weeks for 12 weeks; not to exceed 100 mg/dose Non-dialysis dependent or peritoneal-dependent (on erythropoietin): 0.5 mg/kg IV q4weeks for 12 weeks; not to exceed 100 mg/dose

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

If you miss a dose of Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex), please consult your doctor.

Common: • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness) • Nausea • Dark colored stool

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) is given as a slow injection or infusion under the supervision of a doctor. Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it may worsen the side effects. You may be asked for regular blood tests to check for blood cells and iron levels in the body. It might cause lowering of blood pressure. Continuous monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

The use of Iron Sucrose is contraindicated in patients with evidence of Iron overload e.g. Haemochromatosis, thalassemia or haemosiderosis and in patients with known hypersensitivity to Iron preparations or any components preparation, in patients with anemia not caused by Iron deficiency.

May reduce the serum levels of cefdinir; stools may appear red due to the formation of an insoluble iron-cefdinir complex. May reduce the serum levels of eltrombopag. May decrease absorption of phosphate supplements. Concurrent use with trientine may result in reduction of serum levels of iron sucrose and/or trientine. Potentially Fatal: Dimercaprol may increase the nephrotoxic effect of iron salts when used concurrently.

[UNSAFE] It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex).

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

[CAUTION] Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) may be needed. Please consult your doctor. [CAUTION] Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Elemental Iron (Iron iii Hydroxide Sucrose Complex) may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Iron deficiency anemia, typhoid What medicine u taking for thatSince when u have these problem My baby hb was 8 three month ago. We give rubired syrup now check again baby hb is 6.5 and cerem iron is very less also.doctor again give rubired 8drops two times in day Your child will need 30 to 50 mg of elemental iron daily. I dont know the elemental iron content in rubired. Please share the prescription H.B is just 7 gram not improving iron not suitable Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for blood test. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.Just to give you idea i am giving examples of diseases where anemia is presentCongenital dyserythropoietic anemia Diamond-Blackfan anemia G-6-PD deficiency Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), congenital or acquired Iron refractory iron deficiency anemia (IRIDA) Nutritional iron deficiency Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria Pure red cell aplasia Rheumatoid arthritis Sideroblastic anemia Unstable hemoglobinopathies Hookworm infection Hypothyroidism Myelodysplastic syndrome Myelofibrosis Systemic lupus erythematosus Thalassemia Thalassemia intermedia Pyruvate kinase deficiency She is suffering from COPD, HTN, DM AND S ANEMIA with s iron levels less than 20 . Doctors suggested 4 units of blood that is given still the condition is not good. Kindly suggest a therapy correct anaemia and review Please check and advise my blood reports Dear Sir Greetings from 1mg. The reports shows a low hemoglobin level which can be due to iron deficiency anemia. Have a diet rich in lots of iron like leafy vegetables, fruits etc. Anything of concern in below report Dear PATIENT from 1mg. The reports shows a low hemoglobin level which can be due to iron deficiency anemia. For this, you can have a diet rich in iron like more green leafy vegetables, fruits etc. I have attached the reports of my mother. She is anaemic (hemoglobin-9) and has been suffering from migraine for at least 7 years. She also has vitamin D3 deficiency. She is now suffering from severe headache and weakness. It&#x27;s been over a month. Please suggest Get Mri brain Treat anemia n b12 deficiency