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I3 100mg Injection

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Product introduction

I3 100mg 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.

I3 100mg 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. Good 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.

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.


Side effects of I3 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 I3

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

How to use I3 Injection

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

How I3 Injection works

I3 100mg Injection is a combination of of iron and vitamin C. Iron works by replenishing the iron stores in your body and corrects iron deficiency anemia. Vitamin C (ascorbate) is added to enhance the absorption of iron in the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with I3 100mg Injection.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
I3 100mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
I3 100mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether I3 100mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
I3 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of I3 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
I3 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of I3 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take I3 Injection?

If you miss a dose of I3 100mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • I3 100mg Injection is given to treat anemia due to iron deficiency.
  • It is better to take I3 100mg Injection after a meal in order to reduce stomach discomfort.
  • Let your doctor know if you are taking any antibiotics.
  • Inform your doctor if you have any gastrointestinal disorders like peptic ulcer disease or ulcerative colitis.
  • Iron supplements can make your stools look darker in color. This is completely harmless.
  • I3 100mg Injection can cause constipation, try to eat a well-balanced diet and drink several glasses of water each day.
     

Fact Box

Chemical Class
L-Ascorbic acid, iron complex
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Hemopoietic Agents

Patient concerns

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Iron deficiency anemia, typhoid
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
What medicine u taking for thatSince when u have these problem
H.B is just 7 gram not improving iron not suitable
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for blood test. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.Just to give you idea i am giving examples of diseases where anemia is presentCongenital dyserythropoietic anemia Diamond-Blackfan anemia G-6-PD deficiency Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), congenital or acquired Iron refractory iron deficiency anemia (IRIDA) Nutritional iron deficiency Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria Pure red cell aplasia Rheumatoid arthritis Sideroblastic anemia Unstable hemoglobinopathies Hookworm infection Hypothyroidism Myelodysplastic syndrome Myelofibrosis Systemic lupus erythematosus Thalassemia Thalassemia intermedia Pyruvate kinase deficiency
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FAQs

How long can I take I3 100mg Injection for?

I3 100mg 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 I3 100mg Injection for anemia and iron deficiency?

Yes, I3 100mg Injection is recommended for iron deficiency anemia. It is not recommended for other types of anemia. Take I3 100mg Injection in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

What types of food items should I take other than I3 100mg 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. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use.

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

Yes, 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. Always consult your doctor before using I3 100mg Injection.

Can I take I3 100mg Injection with zinc?

No, I3 100mg Injection may alter the absorption of zinc, if given together. Therefore, it is advisable not to take I3 100mg Injection with zinc.

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References

  1. PubChem. Ferrous Ascorbate. [Accessed 07 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Ferrous Ascorbate. [Accessed 07 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 07 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025

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