Rubired FCM Injection

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MRP: ₹ 3568
Packing: 10.0 ml in 1 vial
Salt Combination: Ferric Carboxymaltose (50mg/ml)
Brand: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Uses: Iron deficiency anemia,Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

Description

Rubired FCM 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
Rubired FCM 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.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Rubired FCM Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rubired FCM Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Rubired FCM Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rubired FCM Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	SAFE: Rubired FCM Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Rubired FCM Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Rubired FCM Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rubired FCM Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Hemopoietic Agents
Therapeutic class:	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Iron Carbohydrate Complex