GENERIC NAME: IRON/SORBITOL/CITRIC ACID COMPLEX - INJECTION (EYE-urn/SORE-bit-all/SIH-trick acid)

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medicine is used to treat "iron-poor" blood (anemia) in people who are unable to take oral forms of iron. Iron is needed to help transport oxygen in the body.

HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into the muscle (IM) usually once a day or once every other day as directed by your doctor. The dose and length of therapy is calculated based on your weight, condition, and response to therapy. This medication is best injected into the buttocks. You should rest lying down for 5 minutes after the injection. Do not rub or massage the injection site after this medication is given. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information Only newly opened containers (ampules) should be used. Do not keep any unused portions of medication.

SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, rash, itching, metal taste in the mouth, temporary loss of taste, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, sweating, or redness in the face, may occur. The area around the injection site may be tender, painful, or discolored. If these effects continue or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: pressure in the chest, severe headache and blurred vision (hypertension), lightheadedness (fainting), severe dizziness (hypotension). Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects: irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias), chest pain, cold clammy skin (circulatory problems). An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.