Venofer 100mg/5ml injection

Product Information

Product Name

Venofer 100mg/5ml injection

Product Description

Brand

OBS

Prescription

Required

Uses

Iron Plain and with Folic Acid

Composition

Venofer 100mg/5ml injection is composed of Iron Sucrose (100mg)

Contains

1 injection(s)/Strip

Pack Size

5 Ampx5ml injection

FAQs

What are the side effects of using a venofer injection?

Common side effects of venofer injection include muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, headache, and weakness.

Are iron injections more effective that oral iron supplements?

Iron injections are more effective than oral iron supplements.

Is venofer injection safe in a pregnant female?

There is no definite data available to rule out the risk of venofer injection in a pregnant female, therefore, consult your doctor for further information.

How long after an iron infusion will I feel better?

Your

iron

levels

will

be restored directly right

after

the

infusion; however, it

can

take up to two weeks before you start to notice a difference and

feel better.

Why can I not use venofer for treating all types of anemias?

Anemias, characterized by a low amount of red blood cells, can occur due to a wide variety of reasons ranging from poor diet to severe abnormal conditions, such as cancer. Not all types of anemias have similar treatment; therefore, venofer cannot be used to treat all anemias. Please thoroughly discuss your symptoms and condition with your doctor to start an effective treatment plan that suits you best.

Instructions

Venofer injection is administered intravenously by a medical health professional.

Venofer injection is administered by slow injection or infusion.

Venofer injection can be administered as a single dose or in multiple doses depending on the requirement of the patient.

Do not inject yourself with Venofer injection on your own.

Avoid consumption of alcohol when receiving venofer injection.

Warnings

• Pregnant and lactating females should consult their doctor before using venofer injection.

• Do not use venofer injection without consulting with a healthcare professional

. • Do not use venofer injection to treat anemia not caused by iron deficiency.