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Anofer Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Anemia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Anofer Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Anofer Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Anofer Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Anofer Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Anofer Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Anofer Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Anofer Injection related warnings section.
The section on Anofer Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Anofer Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Anofer Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Anofer Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Anofer Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Anofer safely.
Is the use of Anofer Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Anofer as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Anofer Injection on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Anofer on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anofer Injection on the Liver?
Anofer has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Anofer Injection on the Heart?
Anofer may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anofer Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anofer Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Anofer Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Anofer Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Anofer Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Anofer Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Anofer Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anofer Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Anofer Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anofer Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Anofer Injection with alcohol.
Yes, Anofer may cause black (dark) stools. It is a common side effect of this drug which is unharmful in nature. It occurs because this drug contains iron which is well known to cause dark coloration of stools. This effect is reversible in nature and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Anofer is a brand name of iron sucrose and it is available in the form of injection. It is a prescription drug which is used as a hematinic for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia mainly in patients with chronic kidney disease.
No, Anofer does not cause blood clots. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Anofer contains iron sucrose which works by replenishing the normal levels of iron in our body whose deficiency is resulting in the disease or disorder. Sometimes an unbalanced diet or certain medical conditions can result in its deficiency. Iron is an essential component of hemoglobin that allows transportation of oxygen in the blood.
No, Anofer does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, iron deficiency might result in hair loss and Anofer is used to treat iron deficiency anemia.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Venofer® (iron sucrose injection)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 711-713
