IRON DEXTRAN
(EYE urn DEX tran) Brand: DexFerrum, Infed
What is the most significant information I must know about iron dextran?
• Cases of severe, sometimes fatal, allergic reactions (loss of consciousness, collapse, difficulty breathing, hives, swelling, or convulsions) and severe low blood pressure (hypotension) have been reported with the use of iron dextran. This medicine must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
What is iron dextran?
• Iron dextran is a form of the mineral iron. Iron is significant for much functions in the body, especially for the transport of oxygen in the blood.
• Iron dextran is used to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia.
• Iron dextran may also be used for purposes another than those listed in this medicine guide.
What must I discuss with my healthcare provider till using iron dextran?
• Iron dextran must not be used by people who have an overload of iron in their body or by patients with anemia not caused by iron deficiency.
• Till using iron dextran, speak your doctor if you have
· a history of allergies or asthma;
· rheumatoid arthritis;
· kidney malady; or
· liver disease.
• You may nto be able to use iron dextran or you may require a dosage adjustment or particular monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
• Iron dextran is the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether dextran will be deleterious to an unborn child. Do not use iron dextran without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
• Iron dextran passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing child. Do not use iron dextran without first talking to your doctor if you are breast feeding a baby.
How must I use iron dextran?
• Your doctor or another healthcare professional will administer the iron dextran as an injection into the vein (intravenous) or into the muscle (intramuscular).
• If you are storing iron dextran at house, store the medicine at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Hold this medicine out of the reach of children.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Contact your doctor if you miss a doze or iron dextran.
What happens if I overdose?
• Search abnormal medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
• Symptoms of an iron dextran injection overdose may include joint pain, chills, dizziness, fever, headache, muscle aches, nausea, and vomiting.
What must I avoid while using iron dextran?
• There are no restrictions regarding foods, beverages, or activities during treatment with iron dextran unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
What are the possible side effects of iron dextran?
• Cases of severe, sometimes fatal, allergic reactions (loss of consciousness, collapse, difficulty breathing, hives, swelling, or convulsions) and severe low blood pressure (hypotension) have been reported with the use of iron dextran. This medicine must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
• Another smaller serious side effects are more likely to occur. Continue using iron dextran and conversation to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience:
· dizziness;
· nausea or vomiting;
· diarrhea;
· fever, sweating, or chills;
· soreness, pain, swelling, redness, or another reaction at the injection site;
· muscle or joint pain or aches;
· metallic taste in the mouth; or
· headache.
• This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What another drugs will affect iron dextran?
• Till using iron dextran, speak your doctor and pharmacist about all prescription and over-the-counter medicines that you take, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal commodity, so that your treatment can be monitored for interactions.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about iron dextran injection written for health professionals that you may read.
Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.
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