Iron Dextran

Iron Dextran is used for:

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Treating iron deficiency in patients for whom iron therapy is not appropriate.

Iron Dextran is elemental iron as an injection. It replenishes body iron stores in patients with iron deficiency.

Do NOT use Iron Dextran if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Iron Dextran
• you have high levels of iron
• you have anemia not caused by a lack of iron

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Iron Dextran :

Some medical conditions may interact with Iron Dextran . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have any blood disorders, liver problems, heart problems, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, or have had multiple blood transfusions

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Iron Dextran . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Oral iron supplements because effectiveness may be decreased by Iron Dextran

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Iron Dextran may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Iron Dextran :

Use Iron Dextran as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Iron Dextran is usually administered as an injection at your doctor's office or clinic. Ask your doctor or pharmacist any questions you may have about Iron Dextran .
• If Iron Dextran contains particles or is discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.
• Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Dispose of properly after use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain local regulations for proper disposal.
• If you miss a dose of Iron Dextran , contact your doctor immediately.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Iron Dextran .

Important safety information:

• Iron Dextran may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting. To help prevent this, sit up or stand slowly. Also, sit or lie down at the first sign of dizziness, lightheadedness, or weakness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Iron Dextran .
• Iron Dextran is not recommended for use in CHILDREN younger than 4 months of age. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed.
• LAB TESTS, such as hemoglobin and blood iron levels, will be required to monitor your progress. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is unknown if Iron Dextran can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant while taking Iron Dextran , discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Iron Dextran during pregnancy. Iron Dextran is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Iron Dextran , check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Iron Dextran :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Cramps/leg cramps; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; lightheadedness; nausea; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); backache; chest pain; chills; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever; loss of consciousness; muscle pain; seizures; severe dizziness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include abnormal skin sensations; chest pain; dizziness; fainting; headache; joint aches; nausea; stomach or muscle pain; swelling, especially of feet and ankles; vomiting.

Store Iron Dextran at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not freeze. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Iron Dextran out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Iron Dextran , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Iron Dextran is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Iron Dextran . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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