About iron iii hydroxide sucrose complex
Intravenous iron replacement
Used for
- Treats iron-deficiency anaemia when oral iron is unsuitable or ineffective.
- Replenishes iron in some people with chronic kidney disease.
Usual adult dose
Dose is calculated from iron deficiency and body weight; commonly 100–200 mg intravenously per treatment, repeated as needed.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 2 years and older, dosing is weight-based and condition-specific; specialist supervision is required.
Common side effects
- Nausea, headache, dizziness, or altered taste
- Low blood pressure or flushing during infusion
- Injection-site reactions
- Rare serious allergic reactions
Important warnings
- Given intravenously by trained staff; observe during and after administration.
- Severe allergic reactions can occur, even after previous doses were tolerated.
- Avoid in iron overload or anaemia not caused by iron deficiency.
- Risk of low blood pressure; use caution with rapid administration.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; intravenous iron is generally avoided in the first trimester.
Breastfeeding
Iron sucrose is generally considered compatible with breastfeeding; clinically significant effects are not expected.
Interactions
- May reduce absorption of oral iron; avoid starting oral iron for at least five days afterward.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.