Iron isomaltoside

Drug #2317

It is combination of iron and isomaltoside 1000 (a chain of sugar molecules). The type of iron is the same as that found naturally in the body called ‘ferritin’. It is indicated in for the treatment of Iron deficiency anaemia when oral iron perparations are ineffective or cannot be used.

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Synthetic origin.

Non-proprietary name: Iron isomaltoside.

Molecular structure of Iron isomaltoside

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Iron isomaltoside is primarily indicated in conditions like Iron deficiency anaemia.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Dosage

Iron isomaltoside's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
150 mg	150 mg	—	IV	Single doses above 1000 mg should be restricted to hospital use only.
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Iron isomaltoside in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Hypersensitivity reactions .

Iron isomaltoside is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include difficulty to swallow, hives and difficulties to breath, swollen face, tongue or pharynx.

Warnings / Precautions

Parenteral administration of iron may cause severe and potentially lethal hypersensitivity reactions. Resuscitative medication and personnel trained to evaluate and handle anaphylactoid reactions should therefore be available. The risk is enhanced for patients with known (medical) allergies and in patients with immune or inflammatory conditions. Parenteral iron should be used with caution in case of acute or chronic infection. Hypotensive episodes may occur if administered too rapidly

Available Brands

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Single Ingredient

Inj

100 mg/ml

Storage Conditions

Iron isomaltoside should be stored Injection.

Drug Classification

1.10.1 — Antianemia drugs

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Iron isomaltoside in Pakistan:

Allmrd