Iron Dextran
Infed is an injectable iron supplement used to treat iron deficiency anemia when oral iron therapy is ineffective or not tolerated. It delivers iron directly into the bloodstream, helping to restore normal iron levels and improve symptoms such as fatigue and weakness. This medication is typically administered in a healthcare setting by a healthcare professional.
Infed is an injectable iron therapy used to treat iron deficiency anemia in patients who cannot take oral iron supplements.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 217731
- Generic
- Infed
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Treatment of iron deficiency anemia, particularly when oral iron supplements are not effective, not tolerated, or cannot be used due to conditions such as malabsorption, chronic blood loss, or renal failure requiring erythropoietin therapy.
Infed contains iron dextran, a complex of iron and dextran that replenishes iron stores in the body. Iron is an essential component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood, helping to correct anemia and restore normal red blood cell function.
Infed is administered as an injection (intramuscular or intravenous) by healthcare professionals. It may cause allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, and requires a test dose prior to full administration. Common side effects may include headache, dizziness, nausea, muscle cramps, and injection site reactions. Patients should inform their healthcare provider of any allergies, pregnancy status, or liver conditions before treatment.
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