Product introduction
Diron Injection is an iron replacement medicine. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have fewer amount of red blood cells due to insufficient iron in your body (iron-deficiency anemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.
Diron Injection is given by injection or infusion (saline drip) into a vein by your doctor or nurse. You will be watched carefully to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction. It is usually given in two doses, seven days apart. Your doctor will decide how much and how often you may need injections to improve your anemia. Eating a well-balanced diet that has enough iron, vitamins, and minerals can help to replenish your iron reserves. Good sources of iron include meat, eggs, raisins, broccoli, and lentils.
The most common side effects include dizziness, high blood pressure, and pain or irritation at the site of injection. Most of these usually go away within a short time of the injection. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse. You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have rheumatoid arthritis, asthma or other allergies, high blood pressure, or liver problems. This may affect your treatment. It is not known whether this medicine is safe for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so please take advice from your doctor. You will have tests to check your blood cells and iron levels, monitor your progress, and check for side effects. It may be advisable to limit alcohol during treatment.
Uses of Diron Injection
- Iron deficiency anemia
Benefits of Diron Injection
In Iron deficiency anemia
Iron deficiency anemia is a condition where the body lacks enough healthy red blood cells due to insufficient iron levels. Diron Injection helps restore iron levels in the body, leading to an increase in red blood cell production. This improves oxygen supply to tissues, reduces symptoms like fatigue and weakness, and enhances overall energy levels and quality of life.
Side effects of Diron Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Diron
- Nausea
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Dizziness
- High blood pressure
- Erythema (skin redness)
How to use Diron Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Diron Injection works
Diron Injection is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Diron Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diron Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Diron Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CAUTION
Diron Injection may cause dizziness or weakness due to changes in blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Diron Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Diron Injection in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Diron Injection?
If you miss a dose of Diron Injection, please consult your doctor.
| Weight | 44 g |
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