Iron Sucrose
Iron sucrose is an intravenous iron supplement used to treat iron deficiency anemia. It provides iron directly to the bloodstream for transport to bone marrow, where it supports red blood cell production. This medication is commonly used when oral iron supplements are ineffective or not tolerated.
IV iron supplement for treating iron deficiency anemia when oral iron is not suitable.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- B03AB02
- RxNorm
- 24909
- Generic
- Iron Sucrose
- Class
- atc-b03
- Brands
- Venofer
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- injection
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Dosage and administration
- Usual dose
- 200mg iron once daily
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- 1-3 times per week
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
- Usual dose
- 3mg iron/kg (max 125mg)
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- 1-3 times per week
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
- Usual dose
- 200mg iron once daily
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- 1-3 times per week
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
Overdose information
Special Populations
7 groupspregnancy
first trimesteruse only if benefits outweigh risks
avoid unless iron deficiency is severe and oral iron is not effective or tolerated
regular fetal monitoring and maternal iron studies
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pregnancy
second third trimesterstandard dosing applies
considered safe for treatment of iron deficiency anemia when oral iron is ineffective
monitor hemoglobin and ferritin levels
lactation
no adjustment needed
compatible with breastfeeding, minimal transfer to breast milk
none specifically required
geriatric
elderlystart with lower dose, consider renal function
use with caution due to potential cardiovascular comorbidities
monitor blood pressure, heart rate, and renal function
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pediatric_age
children 2 12 yearsweight-based dosing required
use only when benefits outweigh risks, pediatric formulation preferred
close monitoring of vital signs during infusion
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
renal_impairment
severe ckl less than 30reduce dose and frequency
use with caution in dialysis-dependent patients
monitor renal function and iron parameters closely
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
hepatic_impairment
severeuse with extreme caution
avoid in severe hepatic impairment unless benefits outweigh risks
monitor liver function tests
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
Statistics and clinical data
FDA approval year
FDA approval date for Iron Sucrose (Venofer)
Drug class
Pharmacological classification of Iron Sucrose
Common uses
Primary therapeutic indications for Iron Sucrose
Treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adults and children, particularly in patients with chronic kidney disease, inflammatory bowel disease, or other conditions where oral iron absorption is impaired or poorly tolerated.
Iron sucrose is administered intravenously where it dissociates into iron and sucrose. The iron then binds to transferrin and is transported to bone marrow erythroid precursor cells for incorporation into hemoglobin, supporting red blood cell production.
Administered only by healthcare professionals. Requires monitoring of iron parameters (ferritin, transferrin saturation). May cause hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis. Contraindicated in anemia not caused by iron deficiency, iron overload conditions, or known hypersensitivity to the product.
Contraindications
Conditions and patient states where this medication should be avoided or used with caution.
Do not use (1)
Known allergy to this medication or its components
Use caution (1)
Consult healthcare provider for benefits vs risks assessment
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy