Fe deficiency for rapid Fe supply; patients intolerant of oral Fe therapy or patients who are non-compliant; active inflammatory bowel disease where oral Fe prep are ineffective.
Individualised dosage. Adult & elderly 5-10 mL 1-3 times wkly depending on Hb level. Childn Not to exceed 0.15 mL/kg 1-3 times wkly depending on Hb level.
Allergic or anaphylactoid reactions. Hypersensitivity reactions progressing to Kounis syndrome. History of asthma, eczema, other atopic allergies or allergic reactions to other parenteral Fe prep; acute or chronic infection. Avoid paravenous leakage as pain, inflammation, tissue necrosis & brown skin discolouration may occur. May affect ability to drive & use machines. Hepatic dysfunction. Pregnancy & lactation.
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