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Leferon 100 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Anemia. Other than this, Leferon 100 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Leferon 100 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Leferon 100 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Leferon 100 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Leferon 100 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Leferon 100 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Leferon 100 Injection related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Leferon 100 Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Leferon 100 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Leferon 100 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Leferon 100 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Leferon 100 Injection is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Leferon 100 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Leferon is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Leferon 100 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Leferon as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Leferon 100 Injection on the Kidneys?
Leferon is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Leferon 100 Injection on the Liver?
Leferon has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Leferon 100 Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Leferon on the heart have been reported.
Leferon 100 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leferon 100 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leferon 100 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Leferon 100 Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Leferon 100 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Leferon 100 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Leferon 100 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Leferon 100 Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Leferon 100 Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leferon 100 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Leferon 100 Injection.
Yes, Leferon helps in increasing hemoglobin because it contains iron which is an essential component of hemoglobin. Clinical studies have found that Leferon might increase hemoglobin in iron deficiency anemia.
Yes, Leferon 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.
No, Leferon is not chemo (chemotherapy) drug. It is a hematinic which is used to treat iron deficiency anemia mainly in chronic kidney disease patients.
Yes, Leferon might raise blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are already suffering from diabetes then inform your doctor about this so that he can take precautions in advance.
Leferon 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.
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