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Ferinject is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Other than this, Ferinject has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ferinject depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
While these are the most often observed Ferinject side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ferinject normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ferinject has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ferinject related warnings talks about Ferinject's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Ferinject are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ferinject may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ferinject is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ferinject is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ferinject is used -
Is the use of Ferinject safe for pregnant women?
Ferinject can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ferinject, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ferinject safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ferinject.
What is the effect of Ferinject on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Ferinject on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ferinject on the Liver?
Ferinject does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Ferinject on the Heart?
Using Ferinject does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Ferinject should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ferinject unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ferinject habit forming or addictive?
Ferinject does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ferinject as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ferinject is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ferinject for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ferinject
It is safe to take Ferinject with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ferinject
Information about the interaction of Ferinject and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 32