Introduction

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Uses of Xenofer

Iron deficiency anemia
Anemia due to chronic kidney disease

Side effects of Xenofer

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

How to use Xenofer

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

How Xenofer works

Xenofer 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 Xenofer?

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

Quick Tips

Xenofer is given as a slow injection or infusion under the supervision of a doctor.
Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
You may be asked for regular blood tests to check for blood cells and iron levels in the body.
It might cause lowering of blood pressure. Continuous monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Xenofer.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Xenofer is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Xenofer 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Xenofer alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CAUTION – Kidney: Xenofer should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Xenofer may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Xenofer should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Xenofer may be needed. Please consult your doctor.