Ferric Carboxymaltose (By injection)
FER-ik kar-box-ee-MAWL-tose
Treats iron-deficiency anemia (not enough iron in the blood).
Drug classes
Iron Supplement (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Ferric carboxymaltose injection is an iron replacement product that is used to treat iron deficiency anemia (not enough iron in the blood) in patients with non-dialysis dependent chronic kidney disease (CKD), and in patients who are taking iron supplements that did not work well.
Iron is a mineral that the body needs to produce red blood cells. When the body does not get enough iron, it cannot produce the number of normal red blood cells needed to keep you in good health. This condition is called iron deficiency (iron shortage) or iron deficiency anemia.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Injectable
Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using an iron supplement that you take by mouth.
When Not To Use
You should not receive this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to ferric carboxymaltose.
Warnings
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease or high blood pressure. Tell your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to injectable iron products.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fast or pounding heartbeat
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Pain, discoloration, or a bruise under your skin where the needle is placed
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Brand names include
Injectafer
There may be other brand names for this medicine.