Iron is important for the development of new red blood cells. Orofer S Injection works by refilling iron stores so that the body can make more red blood cells.
Pharmacokinetics of iron after oral application. Absorption of iron from the gut is carefully regulated. Because there is no active excretory process for iron once it has entered the bloodstream, the body's control of iron levels is undertaken at the level of the enterocyte.
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Contraindicated in known hypersensitivity, hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, anemia not caused by iron deficiency. Parenteral iron is contraindicated in untreated pyelonephritis and in acute liver disease.
There is limited information about the effects of this Injection in human pregnancy, especially during the first three months of pregnancy.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child.
There is limited information about the effects of this Injection on alcohol. Avoid taking alcohol in an excessive amount.
This Injection passes into human milk. Since the baby may be exposed to medicine, consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.
People commonly use iron for preventing and treating different types of anemia caused by low iron levels. It is also used for heart failure, memory and thinking skills, child development, fatigue, ADHD, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support most of these other uses.
Drug-Drug Interaction: IRON may interact with rheumatoid arthritis drugs (penicillamine), cholesterol-lowering drugs (cholestyramine), drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease (levodopa, entacapone), thyroid disease medicines (levothyroxine), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, tetracycline), blood pressure-lowering drugs (methyldopa), and antacids.
Drug-Food Interaction: IRON should not be taken with alcohol, dairy products, and eggs as it might affect iron absorption in the body.
Drug-Disease Interaction: IRON should be used with caution in heart, liver or kidney diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, and intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis).
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
PENICILLAMINE
CHOLESTYRAMINE
LEVODOPA
ENTACAPONE
LEVOTHYROXINE
CHLORAMPHENICOL
TETRACYCLINE
METHYLDOPA
Do not self-inject this medicine.
Store below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
Keep this Injection away from children and pets.
This Injection should be used immediately after opening.
Do not use this Injection if you notice the contents are of a different colour in any way or if particles are present.
You should not flush this Injection in the toilet or pour them into the drain. You need to properly discard this medicine when it is expired or no longer needed.
The chances of missing a dose of Orofer S Injection are rare, as you will be monitored closely by a healthcare professional. In case they miss a dose, inform them.
You are less likely to get an overdose of Orofer S Injection as it is given to you by a doctor or nurse in a clinic or hospital. Inform the doctor if you feel any discomfort immediately after the administration of this Injection.
You have a history of having an allergy to the medicine.
You have an immune system disease called lupus.
You have swelling or pain in your joints.
You have severe asthma or other allergies.
You have any infections.
You have problems with your liver.
This Injection is not recommended for children.
This Injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an Injection.
Do not self-inject this medicine.
Q: What is iron-deficiency or anemia?
A: Iron-deficiency or anemia can be defined as a lack of sufficient amounts of healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to the body's tissues, lack of these cells may lead to weakness, pale skin, fatigue, brittle nails, etc.
Q: What are the food sources of iron?
Lean meat, seafood and chicken
Iron-protected breakfast cereals and bread
White beans, lentils, spinach, kidney beans, and peas
Nuts and some dried fruits, such as raisins
Q: Is Orofer S Injection safe in pregnancy?
A: There is limited information about the effects of this Injection in human pregnancy, especially during the first three months of pregnancy. However, this should be taken if prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.
