Description
Ferri 100mg Injection
Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml belongs to the class of ‘iron replacement products,’ primarily used to treat iron deficiency anaemia in people with long-term kidney diseases.
Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen required to various body tissues due to insufficient iron.
Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml 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.
Injection 5 ml works by restoring the iron levels in the body. It also improves the quality of blood by increasing levels of haemoglobin (blood protein) and red blood cells.
Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, it 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 Injection 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, lupus (immune disorder), low blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, and eczema before starting Injection 5 ml.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before starting Injection 5 ml. Injection 5 ml may cause dizziness, hence drive or operate machinery with caution. Injection 5 ml is recommended in children above two years of age when prescribed by the doctor.
Ferri 100 Injection is an iron replacement medicine. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron in your body (iron-deficiency anemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.
Ferri 100 Injection is given by slow infusion (drip) into a vein by your doctor or nurse. Your doctor will decide the dose you need and how many injections you should have to improve your anemia.
It will also help to eat a well-balanced diet that has enough iron. Good sources of iron include pulses (dal), green leafy vegetables like spinach, beans, eggs, dry fruits, and non-vegetarian foods.
The most common side effects include altered taste, hypertension (high blood pressure), nausea, and injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling). Some people may develop a temporary fall in blood pressure (hypotension) if this medicine is given too rapidly.
Your doctor will also monitor you for signs of an allergic reaction such as breathlessness, dizziness, feeling uneasy, hives, swelling of face, tongue, and throat, etc. while this medicine is being given. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse.
You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have rheumatoid arthritis, asthma or other allergies, high blood pressure, or liver problems.
This may affect your treatment. It is not known whether this medicine is safe for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so please take advice from your doctor. You will have tests to check your blood cells and iron levels, monitor your progress and check for side effects. It may be advisable to limit alcohol during treatment. Read more: Ferri 100
Uses of Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml
Iron deficiency anaemia in kidney disease patients
Medicinal Benefits
Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml is used to treat iron-deficiency anaemia in patients with chronic kidney diseases. It contains Iron sucrose. It works by restoring the iron levels in the body.
It also improves the quality of blood by increasing levels of haemoglobin (blood protein) and red blood cells. Injection 5 ml is intended for use in patients with kidney diseases, including those who may or may not require dialysis. It is generally used in patients to whom oral forms of iron are not suitable or ineffective.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml
- Muscle cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Taste changes
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Headache
- Cough
- Back pain
- Flu symptoms
- Joint pain
- Dizziness
- Swelling of the arms and legs
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml or its inactive components. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, low blood pressure, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, lupus (immune disorder), rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, and eczema before starting Injection 5 ml.
Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml should be used during pregnancy only when advised by your doctor. Injection 5 ml is excreted into the breast milk, hence consult your doctor before using Injection 5 ml if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Injection 5 ml can make you feel dizzy, hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. Drinking alcohol can affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to avoid alcohol intake while using Injection 5 ml. Injection 5 ml is safe to use in children above two years of age when prescribed by the doctor. Do not store Injection 5 ml above 25°C.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml may interact with oral iron supplements.
Drug-Food Interaction: Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml should not be taken along with alcohol as it might affect Injection 5 ml absorption in the body.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml should be used with caution in heart, liver or kidney diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, low blood pressure, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, and eczema.
Disease/Condition Glossary
Iron deficiency anaemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues due to insufficient iron. Anaemia can be temporary, which can be treated with the help of supplements.
Sometimes, it can also be long-term, which might require medical procedures to treat. It makes you feel tired very quickly due to a lack of oxygen supply in the body. It is one of the most common blood disorder.
Anaemia symptoms include fatigue, shortness of breath, light-headedness, dizziness, fast heartbeat, brittle nails and pale skin.
Safety Advice
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ALCOHOL
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is advised to avoid the alcohol intake while using Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml since alcohol can hinder the absorption of iron in Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml.
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PREGNANCY
Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml should be used during pregnancy only when advised by the doctor. Please let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before starting Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml.
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BREAST FEEDING
Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml can pass into the breast milk when used by a breastfeeding mother. Please consult your doctor before taking Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml if you are a nursing mother.
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DRIVING
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml may affect your ability to drive or operate any machinery since it can cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better.
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LIVER
Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml.
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KIDNEY
It is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Ferri 100 Injection 5 ml if you have kidney diseases.
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