• Raricap FCM 500 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
• Raricap FCM 500 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.

Uses of Raricap FCM 500 Injection

• Iron deficiency anemia Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

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Common and Known Side effects of Raricap FCM 500 Injection

• Headache
• Dizziness
• High blood pressure
• Injection site reactions (pain
• swelling
• redness)
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Dark colored stool