Abstract
Intravenous iron has been used extensively and successfully as part of the treatment of anemia in dialysis patients. Iron dextran can be used safely, however, there is a slight risk of severe, anaphylactoid reactions. Iron gluconate and iron sucrose are less likely to cause hypersensitivity reactions. These products should be safe and effective alternatives to iron dextran.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Anemia, Iron-Deficiency / drug therapy*
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Anemia, Iron-Deficiency / etiology
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Ferric Compounds / administration & dosage*
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Ferrous Compounds / administration & dosage*
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Hematinics / administration & dosage*
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Humans
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Infusions, Intravenous
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Injections, Intravenous
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Kidney Failure, Chronic / complications*
Substances
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Ferric Compounds
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Ferrous Compounds
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Hematinics