Sodium ferric gluconate

Pronounced SO-dee-um FAIR-ik GLOO-ko-nate

Brand names: Ferrlecit

Type: Intravenous iron · All Kidney & Dialysis Medicines

What Sodium ferric gluconate is used for

  • Iron deficiency anemia on hemodialysis
  • Replacing iron losses from dialysis

◆ Kidney note

A long-standing IV iron option given during dialysis sessions.

Common side effects

  • Nausea
  • Flushing
  • Cramps
  • Dizziness

Important cautions

  • Given in the dialysis unit with monitoring because allergic reactions can occur

How it comes

Injection into a vein (dialysis unit). This guide lists forms only — it never lists strengths or doses.

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