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Venofer Information

Venofer (Iron sucrose complex) is used to treat iron deficiency anemia in people with kidney disease. Iron deficiency anemia occurs when the body does not have enough iron to produce hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the part of the red blood cells that gives the blood its red color and also enables the cells to carry oxygenated blood throughout your body. You may need extra iron because of blood loss during kidney dialysis. Venofer will not treat other forms of anemia not caused by iron deficiency. Iron products like iron sucrose complex work by replenishing the body with iron. Your doctor may prescribe Venofer when you cannot take iron by mouth or have taken it by mouth, and it has not worked.

Venofer Side Effects

The most common side effects of Venofer may include fever; headache; nausea; itching; bruising at injection site; Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Chest pain;
• Problems with your dialysis vein access point;
• Signs of an allergic reaction, including light-headedness, breathing difficulties, swelling of your face, lips, or throat

Venofer Precautions

Do not use Venofer if you are allergic to Iron sucrose complex or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start receiving this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have hemochromatosis; are hypersensitive to other injectable iron preparations; have anemia not causes by iron deficiency; have an iron overload; have rheumatoid arthritis; have liver problems; have liver problems; have low blood pressure; are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan to become pregnant; are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Venofer and other medications like iron supplements or other iron-based oral medications; Do not use Venofer if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant without informing your doctor. Iron sucrose can harm an unborn baby if you have a severe reaction to this medicine during your second or third trimester. However, not treating iron anemia during pregnancy can cause premature birth or low birth weight. Discuss the benefits and risks of using this drug in pregnancy with your doctor. Do not use Venofer while breastfeeding without talking to your doctor. Iron sucrose complex passes into your breast milk and may harm nursing infants. Inform your doctor if you notice diarrhea or constipation in your nursing baby. This drug is not recommended for use in children. It may harm them.

Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is administered as an infusion into your vein. Your doctor or nurse will observe you for at least 30 minutes after administering Venofer to see if you have an allergic reaction. You may feel dizzy or lightheaded after receiving this medicine. Do not drive or use any machines till you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position to prevent dizziness. Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Store Venofer at below 250C. Do not freeze.

Do I need a prescription to order Venofer?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Venofer.