Feritoside Injection 5 ml belongs to the group of anti-anaemic medicines used to treat iron deficiency anaemia in patients who are intolerant to oral iron, in those who require iron very quickly to build up the 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 to carry adequate oxygen to various body tissues.

Feritoside Injection 5 ml contains ‘iron isomaltoside’, 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, Feritoside Injection 5 ml helps in treating anaemia. Iron is necessary for various vital processes in the body.

Feritoside Injection 5 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, rash, and injection site reactions. 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 Feritoside Injection 5 ml. If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Feritoside Injection 5 ml, please inform your doctor. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Feritoside Injection 5 ml is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. 

Feritoside Injection 5 ml is used in the treatment of Iron deficiency anaemia. The detailed uses of Feritoside Injection 5 ml are as follows:

• Iron deficiency anemia: Particularly in adults with chronic conditions like kidney disease, heart failure, or inflammatory bowel disease.
• Postpartum anemia: Feritoside Injection 5 ml rapidly restores iron levels after significant blood loss during childbirth.
• Cancer-related anemia: Feritoside Injection 5 ml supports hemoglobin levels in patients undergoing chemotherapy.
• Perioperative anemia: Feritoside Injection 5 ml is used before or after surgery to reduce the need for blood transfusions.

• Your doctor will decide the dosage and timing of Feritoside Injection 5 ml based on your health condition.
• Feritoside Injection 5 ml will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in a hospital setting.
• Do not self-administer it.

Feritoside Injection 5 ml belongs to the group of anti-anaemic medicines used to treat iron deficiency anaemia in patients who are intolerant to oral iron preparations and those who require iron very quickly to build up the iron stores. Feritoside Injection 5 ml acts as a source of iron and helps in the transportation of oxygen throughout the body and the production of red blood cells. Thereby, Feritoside Injection 5 ml helps in treating anaemia. Iron is necessary for various vital processes in the body.

Do not take Feritoside Injection 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have anaemia not caused due to iron deficiency, iron overload (excess iron in the body), liver cirrhosis, or disturbances in iron utilisation. Inform your doctor if you have systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, severe asthma, eczema, bacterial infection, low phosphorus levels, high/low blood pressure, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Feritoside Injection 5 ml is not recommended for children as 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 Feritoside Injection 5 ml.