Revofer Solution for Injection is an iron replacement medicine. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have fewer amount of red blood cells due to insufficient iron in your body (iron-deficiency anemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.
Solution for Injection is given by injection or infusion (saline drip) into a vein by your doctor or nurse. You will be watched carefully to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction. It is usually given in two doses, seven days apart. Your doctor will decide how much and how often you may need injections to improve your anemia.
Eating a well-balanced diet that has enough iron, vitamins, and minerals can help to replenish your iron reserves. Good sources of iron include meat, eggs, raisins, broccoli, and lentils.
The most common side effects include vomiting, headache, dizziness, high blood pressure, and pain or irritation at the site of injection. Most of these usually go away within a short time of the injection.
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.
WHAT IS REVOFER 500MG?
REVOFER 500MG contains ferric carboxymaltose
Injection 10 ml belongs to the group of anti-anaemic medicines used to treat iron deficiency anaemia in patients who are intolerant to oral iron preparations, have non-dialysis dependant chronic kidney disease, or require a quick build-up of iron stores.
Iron deficiency anaemia (lack of red blood cells caused by too little iron in the body) is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues.
Injection 10 ml contains ‘ferric carboxymaltose’, which acts as a source of iron and helps in the transportation of oxygen throughout the body and the production of red blood cells.
Thereby, Injection 10 ml helps in treating anaemia. Revofer Injection 10 ml helps various vital processes in the body.
Injection 10 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, flushing, dizziness, high blood pressure, and low levels of phosphorus in the blood.
Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription, non-prescription drugs, or herbal products before starting Injection 10 ml. If you are known to be allergic to Injection 10 ml or its inactive components, please inform your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking Injection 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Injection 10 ml is not recommended for children below 14years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Injection 10 ml, so please consult a doctor. Read more:
Uses of Revofer Injection 10 ml
Iron deficiency anaemia
Medicinal Benefits
Revofer Injection 10 ml belongs to the group of anti-anaemic medicines used to treat iron deficiency anaemia in patients who are intolerant to oral iron preparations, have non-dialysis dependant chronic kidney disease.
Injection 10 ml contains ‘ferric carboxymaltose’, which acts as a source of iron and helps in the transportation of oxygen throughout the body and the production of red blood cells. Thereby, Injection 10 ml helps in treating anaemia. Iron is necessary for various vital processes in the body.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Revofer Injection 10 ml
- Nausea
- Flushing
- Dizziness
- High blood pressure
- Low levels of phosphorus in the blood
- Injection site reactions
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Injection 10 ml if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have anaemia not caused due by iron deficiency, iron overload (excess iron in the body), or disturbances in iron utilisation.
Inform your doctor before taking Injection 10 ml if you have systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, severe asthma, eczema, infection, low phosphorus levels, high blood pressure, kidney or liver problems.
Consult your doctor before taking Revofer Injection 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Injection 10 ml is not recommended for children below 14years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription, non-prescription drugs, or herbal products before starting Injection 10 ml. click here
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Oral iron preparations become less effective when taken along with Injection 10 ml.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Injection 10 ml may have interactions with iron storage or absorption disease, high blood pressure, and hypophosphatemia.
WHAT REVOFER 500MG IS USED FOR?
It is used to treat iron deficiency anemia in adult who have :
Intolerance to oral iron or who have not responded well to treatment with oral iron
Non-dialysis dependent chronic kidney disease
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:
TALK TO DOCTOR
Tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you:
Have had an allergic reaction to iron given into your vein
Have high blood pressure
PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding talk to your doctor before taking this medicine
INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you are taking:
Oral iron preparations
Prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements
DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:
Your doctor or nurse will administer REVOFER 500MG diluted by injection as infusion
REVOFER 500MG is given intravenously (into your vein) by your doctor in 2 doses at least 7 days apart
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between (15-25°C)
Keep out of reach of children
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
Do not accept if vial seal is broken
Safety Advice
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ALCOHOL
It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Revofer Injection 10 ml, so please consult a doctor.
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PREGNANCY
Consult your doctor before taking Revofer Injection 10 ml if you are pregnant. Your doctor will decide if Revofer Injection 10 ml can be taken during pregnancy or not.
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BREAST FEEDING
Consult your doctor before taking Revofer Injection 10 ml if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Revofer Injection 10 ml can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
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DRIVING
Revofer Injection 10 ml is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
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LIVER
Please consult your doctor before taking Revofer Injection 10 ml if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
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KIDNEY
Please consult your doctor before taking Revofer Injection 10 ml if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
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