Medicine Details
Isofer Injection
Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition: Iron Isomaltoside (100mg/ml)
Medicine Type: allopathy
Introduction: In Iron deficiency anemia Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. If you do not have enough iron from the foods you eat (because of poor nutrition or poor absorption of the mineral), your body will produce fewer red blood cells and can cause anemia. Isofer Injection is an iron replacement product. It can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness. This medicine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron.
Benefits: Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Description: Isofer Injection 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. Isofer Injection is given as an 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 many doses you need depending on the cause of your anemia, 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, dark-colored stools, constipation, and diarrhea. 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.
How to Use: Isofer Injection 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.
Safety Advice: - Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Isofer Injection. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Isofer Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Isofer Injection 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. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Isofer Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Isofer Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Isofer Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Isofer Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Packaging: vial of 5 ml Injection
Packaging Type:
Primary Use: Iron deficiency anemia
Side Effects: Dark colored stool | Nausea | Constipation | Diarrhea
Alcohol Interaction: UNSAFE
Pregnancy Interaction:
Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Driving Interaction:
Kidney Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Liver Interaction: CAUTION