Iron Sucrose is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anemia. Iron Sucrose also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Iron Sucrose depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Iron Sucrose have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Iron Sucrose are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Iron Sucrose is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Iron Sucrose related warnings talks about Iron Sucrose's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Iron Sucrose contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Iron Sucrose have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Iron Sucrose, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Iron Sucrose 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
|
| Geriatric |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Iron Sucrose is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Iron Sucrose safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Iron Sucrose in pregnant women.
Is the use of Iron Sucrose safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Iron Sucrose as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Iron Sucrose on the Kidneys?
Iron Sucrose is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Iron Sucrose on the Liver?
Iron Sucrose is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Iron Sucrose on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Iron Sucrose on the heart have been reported.
Iron Sucrose 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 Iron Sucrose unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Iron Sucrose habit forming or addictive?
Iron Sucrose does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Iron Sucrose, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Iron Sucrose can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Iron Sucrose is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Iron Sucrose in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Iron Sucrose
There is no information on the effects of taking Iron Sucrose with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Iron Sucrose
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Iron Sucrose with alcohol.
Iron Sucrose 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.
Yes, Iron Sucrose helps in increasing hemoglobin because it contains iron which is an essential component of hemoglobin. Clinical studies have found that Iron Sucrose might increase hemoglobin in iron deficiency anemia.
No, Iron Sucrose 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 Iron Sucrose is used to treat iron deficiency anemia.
No, Iron Sucrose does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to weight gain.
No, Iron Sucrose does not cause blood clots. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
