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Brand sodium ferric gluconate
Sodium ferric gluconate delivers iron intravenously to replenish iron stores and treat iron deficiency anemia.
Sodium ferric gluconate delivers iron intravenously to replenish iron stores and treat iron deficiency anemia. Used for Iron deficiency anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis, Iron deficiency anemia in patients with non-dialysis chronic kidney disease.
At a glance
| Generic name | Brand sodium ferric gluconate |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Ferrecit |
| Sponsor | University of Maryland, Baltimore |
| Drug class | Iron replacement agent |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Hematology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Sodium ferric gluconate is a stable iron(III) complex that provides bioavailable iron for erythropoiesis when administered parenterally. The ferric iron is bound to gluconate ligands, which facilitates transport and cellular uptake while minimizing free iron-mediated oxidative damage. It is used primarily in patients with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis who cannot tolerate or absorb oral iron supplementation.
Approved indications
- Iron deficiency anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis
- Iron deficiency anemia in patients with non-dialysis chronic kidney disease
Common side effects
- Hypotension
- Flushing
- Chest pain
- Dyspnea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
Key clinical trials
- IV Iron Safety: Evaluation of Iron Species in Healthy Subjects (PHASE4)
- Serum NGAL Levels in Hemodialysis (HD) Patients; Relation to Iron Status, HD and Intravenous (IV) Iron Administration (NA)
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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