Uses of Ferisen

Iron deficiency anemia

Side effects of Ferisen

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Nausea
Vomiting
Dark colored stool
Headache

How to use Ferisen

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Ferisen works

Ferisen is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen.

What if you forget to take Ferisen?

If you miss a dose of Ferisen, please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Ferisen is used for the treatment of iron deficiency, when oral iron preparations are ineffective or cannot be used.
Your doctor or nurse will administer it by injection. You will be observed for at least 30 minutes after each injection as it may cause allergic reaction.
Your blood pressure and blood iron levels will be regularly monitored during treatment with this medication.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any iron-containing products by mouth.
Do not consume alcohol when on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen its side effects.
It may cause your stools to become black or dark in color. This is normal and harmless.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ferisen. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Ferisen may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Ferisen is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Ferisen does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Ferisen is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ferisen may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Ferisen should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ferisen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.