Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Infufer (Iron-dextran).
Allergies and asthma: If you have or have had significant allergies or asthma, discuss with your doctor how Infufer (Iron-dextran) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Infufer (Iron-dextran), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Delayed side effects: You may experience some delayed side effects that may not occur until 1 or 2 days after receiving an injection. These side effects usually subside within 3 to 7 days and can include aching muscles and joints, backache, chills, dizziness, fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, and generally feeling unwell. If these symptoms are bothersome, contact your doctor.
Heart disease: If you have heart disease, discuss with your doctor how Infufer (Iron-dextran) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Infufer (Iron-dextran), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Liver problems: If you have severely reduced liver function or severe liver disease, discuss with your doctor how Infufer (Iron-dextran) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Infufer (Iron-dextran), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: If you have rheumatoid arthritis you may experience a worsening of joint pain and swelling following the injection of iron dextran. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy: Infufer (Iron-dextran) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while receiving Infufer (Iron-dextran), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: Infufer (Iron-dextran) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are using iron dextran, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of Infufer (Iron-dextran) have not been established for infants less than 4 months of age.
