Ferium

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Ferium Information

Ferium, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Syrup. Ferium also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Ferium 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ferium can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ferium go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ferium is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ferium related warnings talks about Ferium's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Ferium have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ferium may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ferium is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Ferium Benefits & Uses

Ferium is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Iron Deficiency Anemia

Ferium 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

Ferium Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ferium safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ferium. It is best to stop taking Ferium immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Ferium safe during breastfeeding?


    Ferium is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ferium on the Kidneys?


    Ferium is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ferium on the Liver?


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

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ferium on the Heart?


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Ferium with Other Drugs

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



Ferium Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Ferium

  • Is this Ferium habit forming or addictive?


    Ferium does not cause addiction.

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


    Ferium does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Ferium only on doctor's advice.

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


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

    No

Ferium Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ferium


    Taking Ferium with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ferium


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ferium and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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