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Aggressive iron dextran supplementation

Shanghai East Hospital · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Aggressive iron dextran supplementation is a Iron replacement agent Small molecule drug developed by Shanghai East Hospital. It is currently FDA-approved for Iron deficiency anemia, Iron deficiency anemia in patients unable to tolerate or absorb oral iron.

Iron dextran is a colloidal iron-carbohydrate complex that replenishes depleted iron stores by providing bioavailable iron for hemoglobin synthesis.

Iron dextran is a colloidal iron-carbohydrate complex that replenishes depleted iron stores by providing bioavailable iron for hemoglobin synthesis. Used for Iron deficiency anemia, Iron deficiency anemia in patients unable to tolerate or absorb oral iron.

At a glance

Generic nameAggressive iron dextran supplementation
SponsorShanghai East Hospital
Drug classIron replacement agent
TargetIron (Fe3+) for hemoglobin and myoglobin synthesis
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaHematology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Iron dextran is a parenteral iron replacement therapy consisting of ferric iron complexed with dextran, allowing intravenous or intramuscular administration. The iron is released from the dextran complex and incorporated into hemoglobin and other iron-dependent proteins, correcting iron deficiency anemia. 'Aggressive supplementation' refers to higher-dose or more frequent dosing regimens to rapidly restore iron stores.

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Frequently asked questions about Aggressive iron dextran supplementation

What is Aggressive iron dextran supplementation?

Aggressive iron dextran supplementation is a Iron replacement agent drug developed by Shanghai East Hospital, indicated for Iron deficiency anemia, Iron deficiency anemia in patients unable to tolerate or absorb oral iron.

How does Aggressive iron dextran supplementation work?

Iron dextran is a colloidal iron-carbohydrate complex that replenishes depleted iron stores by providing bioavailable iron for hemoglobin synthesis.

What is Aggressive iron dextran supplementation used for?

Aggressive iron dextran supplementation is indicated for Iron deficiency anemia, Iron deficiency anemia in patients unable to tolerate or absorb oral iron.

Who makes Aggressive iron dextran supplementation?

Aggressive iron dextran supplementation is developed and marketed by Shanghai East Hospital (see full Shanghai East Hospital pipeline at /company/shanghai-east-hospital).

What drug class is Aggressive iron dextran supplementation in?

Aggressive iron dextran supplementation belongs to the Iron replacement agent class. See all Iron replacement agent drugs at /class/iron-replacement-agent.

What development phase is Aggressive iron dextran supplementation in?

Aggressive iron dextran supplementation is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Aggressive iron dextran supplementation?

Common side effects of Aggressive iron dextran supplementation include Injection site reactions (pain, inflammation), Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Hypersensitivity reactions, Arthralgia.

What does Aggressive iron dextran supplementation target?

Aggressive iron dextran supplementation targets Iron (Fe3+) for hemoglobin and myoglobin synthesis and is a Iron replacement agent.

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