What is FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION used for?

FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION (brand name Injectafer) is a Other indicated for See full prescribing information.

What are the most common side effects of FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION the same as Injectafer?

Injectafer is a brand name for FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION

Q: How does FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION work?

FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action Ferric carboxymaltose is a colloidal iron (III) hydroxide in complex with carboxymaltose, a carbohydrate polymer that releases iron..

Other

Brand names: Injectafer

Intravenous

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Ferric carboxymaltose is a colloidal iron (III) hydroxide in complex with carboxymaltose, a carbohydrate polymer that releases iron.

Indications

See full prescribing information

FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity Reactions: Observe for signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity during and after Injectafer administration for at least 30 minutes and until clinically stable following completion of each administration
1 ) Symptomatic Hypophosphatemia: Monitor serum phosphate levels in patients at risk for low serum phosphate who require a repeat course of treatment
1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactic-type reactions, some of which have been life-threatening and fatal, have been reported in patients receiving Injectafer
Only administer Injectafer when personnel and therapies are immediately available for the treatment of serious hypersensitivity reactions [see Adverse Reactions ( 6

Known Side Effects

11 documented side effects by frequency

Nausea

>10%

Shortness of Breath

1-10%

Vomiting

1-10%

Diarrhea

1-10%

Dizziness

1-10%

Abdominal Pain

1-10%

Headache

1-10%

Itching

1-10%

Constipation

1-10%

Rash

0.1-1%

Back Pain

0.1-1%

Community Discussions

No community discussions found for FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION yet.

Primary sources

Every figure on this page links back to its primary source. See data sources for full provenance.

DailyMed FDA label search → FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION openFDA label JSON → FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION FAERS adverse-event reports → FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE INJECTION

Compare With

0 available comparisons

No comparisons yet.

Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Intravenous