Injectafer is an iron replacement product that comes in the form of an intravenous solution. It is used in adults to treat iron deficiency anemia. It works by increasing the supply of iron in the body.
What form(s) does Injectafer come in
Injectable
What are common Injectafer doses?
Vial 15ML of 750MG/15ML
Common Injectafer prescriptions
Injectafer 15ml of 750mg/15ml vial
Injectafer 2ml of 100mg/2ml vial
How to take Injectafer
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA 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.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
What to do if you miss a dose of Injectafer
Injectafer contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to ferric carboxymaltose.
Injectafer warnings
Tell your doctor 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.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest
Injectafer interactions
Some foods and medicines can affect how this medicine works. Tell your doctor if you are also using an iron supplement that you take by mouth.
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.
Injectafer side effects
Serious Side Effects
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Chest pain, trouble breathing
Less Serious Side Effects
Pain, discoloration, or a bruise under your skin where the needle is placed
