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Parentral Iron
Parenteral iron replenishes depleted iron stores by delivering iron directly into the bloodstream or muscle tissue, bypassing gastrointestinal absorption limitations.
Parenteral iron replenishes depleted iron stores by delivering iron directly into the bloodstream or muscle tissue, bypassing gastrointestinal absorption limitations. Used for Iron deficiency anemia in patients intolerant to or unable to absorb oral iron, Iron deficiency anemia in chronic kidney disease patients, Perioperative iron supplementation.
At a glance
| Generic name | Parentral Iron |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Pakistan |
| Drug class | Iron replacement therapy |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Hematology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Parenteral iron formulations (such as iron dextran, iron sucrose, or ferric carboxymaltose) are administered intravenously or intramuscularly to rapidly restore iron levels in patients with iron deficiency anemia who cannot tolerate or absorb oral iron supplements. The iron is transported to bone marrow and incorporated into hemoglobin and myoglobin, restoring oxygen-carrying capacity and correcting anemia.
Approved indications
- Iron deficiency anemia in patients intolerant to or unable to absorb oral iron
- Iron deficiency anemia in chronic kidney disease patients
- Perioperative iron supplementation
Common side effects
- Injection site pain or phlebitis
- Headache
- Nausea
- Hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylaxis with iron dextran)
- Abdominal pain
- Dizziness
Key clinical trials
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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