Ferric Carboxymaltose Benefits & Uses

Ferric Carboxymaltose is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Ferric Carboxymaltose Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Geriatric	Disease: Iron Deficiency Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 8 days Special Instructions: Patients weighing 50 kg or more, given via slow IV push or infusion separated by at least 7 days
Adult	Disease: Iron Deficiency Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 8 days Special Instructions: Patients weighing less than 50 kg, given via slow IV push or infusion separated by at least 7 days

Ferric Carboxymaltose Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ferric Carboxymaltose is used -

Ferric Carboxymaltose Related Warnings

Is the use of Ferric Carboxymaltose safe for pregnant women?

Ferric Carboxymaltose may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ferric Carboxymaltose, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ferric Carboxymaltose safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Ferric Carboxymaltose.

Safe
What is the effect of Ferric Carboxymaltose on the Kidneys?

Ferric Carboxymaltose does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ferric Carboxymaltose on the Liver?

Using Ferric Carboxymaltose does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ferric Carboxymaltose on the Heart?

Ferric Carboxymaltose is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ferric Carboxymaltose with Other Drugs

Ferric Carboxymaltose should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Ferric Carboxymaltose Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ferric Carboxymaltose unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Ferric Carboxymaltose

Is this Ferric Carboxymaltose habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ferric Carboxymaltose is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ferric Carboxymaltose as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ferric Carboxymaltose should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ferric Carboxymaltose in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ferric Carboxymaltose Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ferric Carboxymaltose

Taking Ferric Carboxymaltose with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ferric Carboxymaltose

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ferric Carboxymaltose with alcohol will be.

Unknown