Description
This Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection belongs to the class of ‘iron replacement products,’ primarily used to treat iron deficiency anaemia in people with long-term kidney diseases. Iron Sucrose 5 ml injections are available in the market at Watran Pharmaceuticals under the brand name Ferwat-5. Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition where the body does not have the required red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to multiple body tissues due to insufficient iron. Ferwat-5 ml injection contains Iron Sucrose that belongs to the class of ‘haematinics’. Iron is a nutritional supplement required by the red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues.Ferwat-5 ml injection works by restoring the iron levels in the body and it also improves the quality of blood by increasing levels of haemoglobin and red blood cells.
Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any liver diseases, kidney diseases, heart, or iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, asthma, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, low blood pressure, and eczema before starting Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before starting Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection. Ferwat-5 ml injection may cause dizziness, hence drive or operate machinery with caution. Ferwat-5 ml injection is recommended in children above two years of age when prescribed by the doctor.
Medicinal Benefits of Iron Sucrose 5 ml Injection
- First of all, Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection is used to treat iron deficiency anaemia in patients with chronic kidney diseases. Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection works by restoring the iron levels in the body.
- Secondly, Iron Sucrose injection also improves the quality of blood by increasing levels of haemoglobin (blood protein) and red blood cells.
- Also, Iron Sucrose injection is intended for use in patients with kidney diseases, including those who may or may not require dialysis.
- Lastly, Ferwat-5 ml injection is generally used in patients for whom oral forms of iron are not suitable or ineffective.
Directions for Use
- Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Your doctor will decide the dosage of the Ferwat-5 ml injection based on your medical condition.
- In some cases, Ferwat-5 ml injection may cause side effects like muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, taste changes, diarrhoea, constipation, headache, cough, back pain, flu symptoms, joint pain, dizziness, and swelling of the arms and legs.
- Most of these side effects of Ferwat-5 ml injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects of the Ferwat-5 ml injection persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Side Effects of Iron Sucrose 5 ml Injection
There are mild to moderate side effects of Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection that get resolved over time. Immediately inform your doctor in case the side effects of the Ferwat-5 injection persist or get severe with time. The side effects of Ferwat-5 may vary in all the users as they depend on the physiological conditions and response to the therapy. The range of side effects noticed on using the Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection are mentioned as follows:
- Muscle cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Taste changes
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Headache
- Cough
- Back pain
- Flu symptoms
- Joint pain
- Dizziness
- Swelling of the arms and legs
Safety and Precautions
- Do not consume Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection with alcohol as it may increase the chances of stomach bleeding.
- Iron Sucrose 5 ml injections are not safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, hence, do not take it without a doctor’s consultation.
- Store the Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep the Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection out of reach of children and pets.
- Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus when taking Iron Sucrose 5 ml injection.
