Leaflet VENOFER 20mg / ml solution for injection / infusion
Indicated for: iron deficiency; iron-deficiency anemia
Route of administration: injectable / infusion
Substance: iron (III) hydroxide complex sucrose (iron preparation)
ATC: B03AC02 (Blood and blood forming organs | Iron preparations | Iron, parenteral preparations)
Take this medicine on an empty stomach.
Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.
Iron (III) hydroxide sucrose complex is a medication used to treat iron-deficiency anemia in patients who cannot tolerate oral iron supplements or require rapid correction of iron levels. It provides iron in a stable form, administered intravenously.
The medication is given under the supervision of a specialist doctor, usually in a hospital or clinic setting. It is important to monitor for adverse reactions during the infusion.
Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, or injection site reactions. In rare cases, severe allergic reactions, such as anaphylactic shock, may occur, requiring immediate medical intervention.
Patients should inform their doctor about any other medications being used or pre-existing conditions, such as allergies or kidney diseases, to ensure the safe use of iron (III) hydroxide sucrose complex.
General data about VENOFER 20mg / ml
- Substance: iron (III) hydroxide complex sucrose
- Date of last drug list: 01-07-2013
- Commercial code: W51230002
- Concentration: 20mg / ml
- Pharmaceutical form: solution for injection / infusion
- Packing volume: 5 ml
- Product type: original
- Prescription restrictions: P-RF - Medicines prescription that is retained in the pharmacy (not renewable).
Concentrations available for iron (III) hydroxide complex sucrose
- 100mg/5ml
- 20mg/ml