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Leferon 50 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anemia. Leferon 50 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Leferon 50 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Leferon 50 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Leferon 50 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Leferon 50 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Leferon 50 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Leferon 50 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Leferon 50 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Leferon 50 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Leferon 50 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Leferon 50 Injection is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Leferon 50 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Leferon is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Leferon 50 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Leferon as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Leferon 50 Injection on the Kidneys?
Leferon is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Leferon 50 Injection on the Liver?
Leferon has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Leferon 50 Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Leferon on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leferon 50 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leferon 50 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Leferon 50 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 50 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Leferon 50 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Leferon 50 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Leferon 50 Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Leferon 50 Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leferon 50 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Leferon 50 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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