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About Aftron S 100 Injection

IRON SUCROSE 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. 

Uses of Aftron S 100 Injection

Iron deficiency anaemia in kidney disease patients

Medicinal Benefits of Aftron S 100 Injection

IRON SUCROSE 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. IRON SUCROSE 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

Intravenous injection: IRON SUCROSE is injected slowly for over 2 to 5 minutes into the vein by a healthcare professional. Infusion: IRON SUCROSE solution may also be mixed with saline solution and is given as an infusion or a drip.

Side Effects of Aftron S 100 Injection

• Muscle cramps
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Taste changes
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Headache
• Cough
• Back pain
• Flu symptoms
• Joint pain
• Dizziness
• Swelling of the arms and legs 

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to IRON SUCROSE 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 IRON SUCROSE. IRON SUCROSE should be used during pregnancy only when advised by your doctor. IRON SUCROSE is excreted into the breast milk, hence consult your doctor before using IRON SUCROSE if you are a breastfeeding mother. IRON SUCROSE 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 IRON SUCROSE. IRON SUCROSE is safe to use in children above two years of age when prescribed by the doctor. Do not store IRON SUCROSE above 25°C.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

IRON SUCROSE may interact with oral iron supplements.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 IRON SUCROSE 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.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is advised to avoid the alcohol intake while using IRON SUCROSE since alcohol can hinder the absorption of iron in IRON SUCROSE.

PREGNANCY

IRON SUCROSE 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 IRON SUCROSE.

BREAST FEEDING

IRON SUCROSE can pass into the breast milk when used by a breastfeeding mother. Please consult your doctor before taking IRON SUCROSE if you are a nursing mother.

DRIVING

IRON SUCROSE 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.

LIVER

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking IRON SUCROSE.

KIDNEY

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking IRON SUCROSE.