Description
Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection | I-CARB-FC 1K
I‑CARB‑FC 1K is an injectable iron therapy. Its Formulation consists of ferric carboxymaltose. This injection is administered through intravenous iron complex and can provide rapid repletion of iron in patients with iron deficiency anaemia (IDA)-especially where oral iron has been ineffective or intolerable. It has a stable carbohydrate shell that allows large doses to be administered in a short time, encouraging haemoglobin synthesis and improving clinical outcomes.
Indications for Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection
Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection is mainly indicated for:
In adults and children above 1 year, this injection is used to treat iron deficiency conditions like anaemia,
Sometimes, for the iron deficiency, which has nothing to do with anaemia, and in conditions like kidney disease, heart conditions.
Mechanism of action
The delivery of iron directly to the reticuloendothelial system, where the iron is generated and is transported throughout the body. The released Iron then gets bound to ferritin and transferrin. The Transferrin transports it to the bone marrow, where red blood cells are produced.
Dosages and administration
The dosages of Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection must be prescribed by a doctor or healthcare provider and must follow their advice to avoid any unwanted conditions. Some of the recommended dosages are:
- For adults, the recommended dose is 750mg twice a day or 1000 mg once a day, depending on the condition
- For children aged above 1, the recommended dose
Administration
The injection is given directly into the veins by a doctor or nurse
Possible side effects of Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection
This medicine can show some side effects which are adapted by the body over time, but if they continue to persist them consult your doctor and seek medical assistance as soon as possible to avoid worsening of the condition. Some of the common side effects are
- Nausea
- Hypertension
- Flushing
- Injection‑site pain
- Erythema
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Hypophosphatemia
- Injection‑site reactions
- Injection‑site discoloration
Precautions while using Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection
While using Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection , we must follow and keep in mind some precautions to avoid any unwanted conditions and to use the medicine to its full effectiveness. Some of the precautions that we must keep in check are:
- In case of hypersensitivity to Ferric Carboxymaltose or iron production, the injection should not be given
- The injection must be administered by a well-trained person.
- In case of pregnancy must consult the doctor or healthcare provider before using
- Regularly monitor for the iron status, phosphate, liver enzymes, and renal function.
Storage instruction
- Keep it in a cool, dry place
- Keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture
- Keep away from children
- Check for expiry date before using
