Quick Facts for Sucrofer Injection
- Chemical Class
- O-Glycosyl Compounds
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- GYNAECOLOGICAL
- Action Class
- Haemopoetic agents
Composition of Sucrofer Injection
- Iron Sucrose (20mg/ml)
Uses of Sucrofer Injection
- Treatment of Iron deficiency anemia
Side Effects of Sucrofer Injection
- Taste change
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Nausea
- Decreased blood pressure
- High blood pressure
Safety Advice for Sucrofer Injection
- Alcohol (UNSAFE): It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sucrofer Injection.
- Pregnancy (SAFE IF PRESCRIBED): Sucrofer Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
- Breast Feeding (SAFE IF PRESCRIBED): Sucrofer Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
- Driving (UNSAFE): Sucrofer Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- Kidney (CAUTION): Sucrofer Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sucrofer Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
- Liver (CAUTION): Sucrofer Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sucrofer Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What to do if you miss a dose of Sucrofer Injection
If you miss a dose of Sucrofer Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick Facts
About Sucrofer Injection
Sucrofer Injection is an iron replacement medicine. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron in your body (iron-deficiency anemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.Sucrofer Injection is given by slow infusion (drip) into a vein by your doctor or nurse. Your doctor will decide the dose you need and how many injections you should have to improve your anemia. It will also help to eat a well-balanced diet that has enough iron. Good sources of iron include pulses (dal), green leafy vegetables like spinach, beans, eggs, dry fruits, and non-vegetarian foods.The most common side effects include altered taste, hypertension (high blood pressure), nausea, and injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling). Some people may develop a temporary fall in blood pressure (hypotension) if this medicine is given too rapidly. Your doctor will also monitor you for signs of an allergic reaction such as breathlessness, dizziness, feeling uneasy, hives, swelling of face, tongue, and throat, etc. while this medicine is being given. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse.You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have rheumatoid arthritis, asthma or other allergies, high blood pressure, or liver problems. This may affect your treatment. It is not known whether this medicine is safe for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so please take advice from your doctor. You will have tests to check your blood cells and iron levels, monitor your progress and check for side effects. It may be advisable to limit alcohol during treatment.
How It Works
Sucrofer Injection is an iron replacement medicine. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron in your body (iron-deficiency anemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.Sucrofer Injection is given by slow infusion (drip) into a vein by your doctor or nurse. Your doctor will decide the dose you need and how many injections you should have to improve your anemia. It will also help to eat a well-balanced diet that has enough iron. Good sources of iron include pulses (dal), green leafy vegetables like spinach, beans, eggs, dry fruits, and non-vegetarian foods.The most common side effects include altered taste, hypertension (high blood pressure), nausea, and injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling). Some people may develop a temporary fall in blood pressure (hypotension) if this medicine is given too rapidly. Your doctor will also monitor you for signs of an allergic reaction such as breathlessness, dizziness, feeling uneasy, hives, swelling of face, tongue, and throat, etc. while this medicine is being given. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse.You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have rheumatoid arthritis, asthma or other allergies, high blood pressure, or liver problems. This may affect your treatment. It is not known whether this medicine is safe for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so please take advice from your doctor. You will have tests to check your blood cells and iron levels, monitor your progress and check for side effects. It may be advisable to limit alcohol during treatment.
How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Sucrofer Injection, please consult your doctor.
Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8C). Do not freeze.
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Composition of Sucrofer Injection
Uses of Sucrofer Injection
Key Benefits of Sucrofer Injection
- In Treatment of Iron deficiency anemia Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. If you do not have enough iron from the foods you eat (because of poor nutrition or poor absorption of the mineral), your body will produce fewer red blood cells and can cause anemia. Sucrofer Injection is an iron replacement product. It can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness. This medicine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron.
Side Effects of Sucrofer Injection
- Taste change
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Nausea
- Decreased blood pressure
- High blood pressure
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Sucrofer Injection
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sucrofer Injection.
Sucrofer Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Sucrofer Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Sucrofer Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Sucrofer Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sucrofer Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Sucrofer Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sucrofer Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Authoritative references
- CDSCO (India) — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — Indian drug regulator
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — Government of India health ministry
- WHO Essential Medicines — World Health Organization essential medicines lists
- National Health Portal (India) — Government of India National Health Portal