Convenient IV Iron Therapy. Raise your iron!

Venofer® Venofer® (iron sucrose injection, USP) is used to correct low levels of iron (anemia) in long-term (chronic) kidney disease patients whether or not on dialysis. Venofer® raises iron levels and helps keep anemia under control. It is easily administered through an injection into your vein (called intravenous, or IV) done at your doctor's office or outpatient setting. And, it is effective whether you are receiving or not receiving an erythropoietin (a therapy to increase red blood cell production).

If your doctor determines that you need an iron supplement, you may be able to tolerate Venofer® more than iron taken by mouth. This website will help you, and your family, understand more about this treatment and management of your condition.

American Regent is committed to enriching the lives of anemia patients through support of healthcare professionals. In addition to bringing Venofer® to market, we support treatment management of IV iron therapy in pre-dialysis patients with important tools like this website. We have sponsored over 50 years of worldwide clinical research in treatment of iron deficiency anemia, and have developed an extensive patient assistance and patient education program.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Venofer® (iron sucrose injection, USP) should not be taken if you have symptoms of too much iron in your blood, including low blood pressure, taste disturbance, joint aches, and nausea/vomiting; a known allergy to Venofer® or any of its inactive components; and if you have anemia not caused by iron deficiency. Hypersensitivity reactions (allergic type reactions) have been reported with IV iron products such as Venofer®. Hypotension (low blood pressure) has been reported in patients who receive IV iron whether or not they are on dialysis. Hypotension (low blood pressure) following administration of Venofer® may be related to how fast and how much of the drug is given.

In studies, the most common side effects of Venofer® included a temporary drop in blood pressure, taste disturbance, muscle cramps, swelling of the arms and legs, nausea, headache, and diarrhea. These are not all the possible side effects of Venofer®. For more information ask your healthcare professional or contact American Regent at 1-800-645-1706.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.


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