Ferium 500 Injection Information

Ferium 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Ferium 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Ferium 500 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ferium 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ferium 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Ferium 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Ferium 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ferium 500 Injection related warnings section.

The section on Ferium 500 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Ferium 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Ferium 500 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Ferium Benefits & Uses
Ferium Dosage & How to Take
Ferium Side Effects
Ferium Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ferium with Other Drugs
Ferium Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ferium
Ferium Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ferium 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Ferium 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Ferium 500 Injection 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: 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: 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

Ferium 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ferium 500 Injection is used -

Ferium 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Ferium 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Ferium may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ferium again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ferium 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Ferium does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Ferium 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Ferium on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ferium 500 Injection on the Liver?

Using Ferium does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ferium 500 Injection on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Ferium for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ferium 500 Injection with Other Drugs

Ferium 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Ferium 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ferium 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Ferium 500 Injection

Is this Ferium 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Ferium 500 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ferium 500 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Ferium 500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Ferium 500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ferium 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ferium 500 Injection

Taking Ferium 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ferium 500 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ferium 500 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Injectafer® (ferric carboxymaltose)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 605-606