Ferlice 100mg Injection

Short Description

Ferlice 100mg Injection is an iron replacement medicine used to treat iron-deficiency anemia.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Ferlice 100mg 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).

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Side Effects

Altered taste Hypertension (high blood pressure) Nausea Injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling) Temporary fall in blood pressure (hypotension) if given too rapidly Allergic reactions such as breathlessness, dizziness, feeling uneasy, hives, swelling of face, tongue, and throat

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ferlice 100mg Injection.

Breastfeeding Warning

Ferlice 100mg 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.

Pregnancy Warning

Ferlice 100mg 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.

Ferlice 100mg Injection is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen.

Ferlice 100mg Injection is prescribed for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia. It is given as a slow injection into veins or as drip under the supervision of a doctor. You may be asked for regular monitoring of iron level in blood while taking this medicine. It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if notice shortness of breath, swelling of face, low blood pressure, itching, or rash.