Encicarb 500mg Injection

4. Therapeutic Uses

• Treatment of iron deficiency anemia due to insufficient dietary iron, poor absorption, or chronic disease

• Used in patients intolerant to oral iron

• Indicated in cases such as anemia in chronic kidney disease

5. Safety Profile & Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Nausea, vomiting

• Abdominal pain

• Headache, dizziness

• Injection-site reactions: pain, swelling, redness

• Dark-colored stools

• Elevated blood pressure (transient)

Serious or rare risks:

• Hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis observe post-infusion

• Rare liver function changes or hypertension exacerbation

• Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairments or iron overload conditions

6. Precautions

• Administer only by trained healthcare professionals; not for self-administration

• Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to ferric carboxymaltose or other iron products

• Use caution in pregnant women risks vs benefit must be evaluated

• Likely safe during breastfeeding, but consult physician

• Not recommended for children under 14 years due to lack of safety data

• Monitor blood pressure, liver function tests, and iron studies during therapy

• Patients with renal or liver impairment may require monitoring; dose adjustment as per clinical judgement

• Usually administered in two doses, 7 days apart, based on clinical protocols