Redulid FCM 500mg Injection

All Details About Redulid FCM 500mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Redulid FCM 500mg Injection

Description:

Redulid FCM 500mg Injection is an iron replacement product. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron in your body (iron-deficiency anaemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.

Redulid FCM 500mg Injection is generally given by a doctor or nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. You will be watched carefully to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction. Your doctor will decide how many doses you need and how many injections you should have to improve your anemia. Depending on the cause of your anemia, it may help to eat a well-balanced diet that has enough iron, vitamins, and minerals. Outstanding sources of iron include meat, eggs, raisins, broccoli, and lentils.

The most common side effects include vomiting, nausea, constipation, and dark-colored stools. Most of these usually go away within a short time. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse.

Earlier 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:

Iron deficiency anemia

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Redulid

Vomiting
Murky colored stool
Nausea
Constipation
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Redulid FCM 500mg Injection

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

$med_name is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Redulid FCM 500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

CAUTION

Redulid FCM 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Redulid FCM 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

How long can I take Redulid FCM 500mg Injection for?

Redulid FCM 500mg Injection is advised in patients with iron deficiency or iron deficient anemia till the haemoglobin level becomes normal. Please consult your doctor regarding its proper use.

Can I take Redulid FCM 500mg Injection for anemia and iron deficiency?

Affirmative, Redulid FCM 500mg Injection is recommended for iron deficiency anemia. It is not recommended for other types of anemia. Take Redulid FCM 500mg Injection in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

What types of food items should I take other than Redulid FCM 500mg Injection?

You can consume food items that are rich in iron content (like red meat, pork, poultry, seafood or beans, dark green leafy vegetables (like spinach), dried fruit (raisins and apricots), iron-fortified cereals, breads and pastas, peas). Iron supplements (tablets or capsules) available at pharmacy stores are to be used for iron deficient anemia. Forever consult your doctor regarding its proper use.

Can I take iron with vitamin C/ Vitamin D/ multivitamin/ folic acid?

Affirmative, iron and vitamin C/ Vitamin D/ multivitamin/ folic acid can be taken together. Taking vitamin C and iron together helps the body absorb the iron. Forever consult your doctor before using Redulid FCM 500mg Injection.

Can I take Redulid FCM 500mg Injection with zinc?

No, Redulid FCM 500mg Injection may alter the absorption of zinc, if given together. Therefore, it is advisable not to take Redulid FCM 500mg Injection with zinc.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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