Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid Pharmacology

Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid

About Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
Parenteral iron preparation, Antianemic,hematinic.
Mechanism of Action of Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
Iron Sorbitol citric acid is a sterile colloidal solution of a complex of ferric iron, sorbitol, and citric acid.
Pharmacokinets of Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
Absorption: It is rapidly absorbed from the injection site and is stable in tissue fluids. Distribution: Transported in a transferrin bound form in to bone marrow for incorporation in to haemoglobin. Metabolism: Iron liberated by destruction of haemoglobin is reused by the body. Excretion: Excretion of iron is minimal. A small fraction of ferritin is excreted in urine.
Onset of Action for Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
N/A
Duration of Action for Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
N/A
Half Life of Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
N/A
Side Effects of Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
1.Pain, temporary discoloration at the site of injection
2.Transient metallic taste
3.Nausea
4.Vomiting
5.Diarrhea
6.Headache
7.Dizziness
8.Sweating
9.Flushing
10.Hematuria

Contra-indications of Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
1.Anaemia other than iron deficiency anaemia
2.Acute pyelonephritis
3.Hepatic disease
4.First trimester of pregnancy
5.Hypersensitivity to Iron sorbitol
6.Other than intramuscular use
7.Acute leukaemia
8.Renal impairment
9.Urinary tract infections
Special Precautions while taking Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
1.Asthma
2.Heart disease
3.Haemoglobinopathies
4.History of allergies
5.Underweight people
Pregnancy Related Information
First trimester: Contraindicated
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
1.Iron deficiency
2.Iron deficiency anemia
Interactions for Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
The concomitant administration of chloramphenicol
Typical Dosage for Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
Intramuscular injection:
Adults: 1.5 mg iron/kg body weight/ day. Maximum dose: 2 mL of iron sorbitol
Children: Same as adult dose
Schedule of Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
N/A
Storage Requirements for Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
Store at room temperature.Protect from heat and light.Keep out of the reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
The doctor should be informed immediately if a dose is missed
Effects of Overdose of Iron Sorbitol Citrate Acid
Treatment includes immediate support of airway, respiration, and circulation. In conscious patients induce emesis with ipecac; if not empty stomach by gastric lavage. Follow emesis with lavage, using a 1% sodium bicarbonate solution to convert iron to less irritating poorly absorbed form. Take abdominal X-ray to determine presence of excess iron. Deferoxamine may be used for systemic chelation if serum levels of iron exceed 350mg/dl.

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