DESCRIPTION

AFIROS is an  (Iron sucrose 20 mg ) used for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia. It helps in increasing hemoglobin levels by replenishing iron stores in the body.

INDICATION

• Iron Deficiency Anemia: Afiros injection (Iron sucrose 20 mg ) Treatment of iron deficiency anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who are on dialysis or who are not on dialysis.
* Adjunctive therapy to or replacement of oral iron therapy when oral iron is ineffective or intolerable.
 

• Inability to Tolerate Oral Iron: Afiros injection (Iron sucrose 20 mg )  For patients who cannot take oral iron due to gastrointestinal side effects or other contraindications.
 

• Increased Iron Requirement: Afiros injection (Iron sucrose 20 mg ) For individuals with increased iron needs, such as those with active inflammatory processes or conditions that elevate iron consumption.
 

• Prevention of Iron Deficiency: Afiros injection (Iron sucrose 20 mg )  Prophylaxis in patients with conditions that predispose them to iron deficiency (e.g., pregnancy, certain chronic diseases).
 

• Post-blood Loss: Afiros injection (Iron sucrose 20 mg )  Treatment in patients who have experienced significant blood loss and require iron supplementation for recovery.

MECHANISM OF ACTION
 

Iron sucrose injection works by replenishing iron stores in the body. It contains iron in the form of polynuclear iron(III)-hydroxide sucrose complex, which is broken down in the body to release iron. The released iron is then bound to transferrin and transported to the bone marrow, where it is utilized for erythropoiesis (production of red blood cells). This helps to correct iron deficiency anemia, particularly in patients with chronic kidney disease. By increasing iron availability, iron sucrose injection supports the production of healthy red blood cells.
 

SIDE EFFECTS OF AFIROS INJECTION
Major & minor side effects for Afiros Injection

• Swelling of face, hands, and lower legs, or feet
• Chest pain
• Dizziness
• Headache

DRUG INTERACTIONS
 

Drug-Drug Interaction: Iron Sucrose may interact with oral iron supplements.
 

Drug-Food Interaction: Iron Sucrose should not be taken along with alcohol as it might affect IRON SUCROSE absorption in the body.
 

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.

PRECAUTIONS
 

Iron sucrose injection 20 mg should be administered with caution in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to iron sucrose or any component of the formulation. Monitoring for potential adverse reactions, such as allergic reactions and changes in blood pressure, is essential during and after administration. Additionally, it is important to assess renal function before treatment, as iron sucrose is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment.

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