Fe deficiency when clinically needed rapid Fe supply, in patients who cannot tolerate or are non-compliant to oral Fe therapy, in active inflammatory bowel disease where oral Fe prep are ineffective.
View Avofer overdosage for action to be taken in the event of an overdose.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to Fe sucrose or other parenteral Fe. Anaemia not caused by Fe deficiency. Evidece of Fe overload or disturbances in Fe utilisation. 1st trimester of pregnancy.
Discontinue use if hypersensitivity reactions occur or in patients w/ bacteraemia. History of asthma, eczema, other atopic allergies or allergic reactions; acute or chronic infections. Avoid paravenous leakage at inj site. May affect ability to drive & use machines. Avoid use in patients w/ hepatic dysfunction. Pregnancy & lactation.
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