Description
Product Description: Venofer Vial 20mg/ml is a specialized, prescription-only intravenous iron preparation available at Gathimaini Pharmacy in Thika, Kenya. Each vial contains Iron Sucrose (iron(III)-hydroxide sucrose complex) at a concentration of 20mg of elemental iron per milliliter. This medication is crucial for the effective treatment of iron deficiency anemia (IDA), particularly in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), including those on dialysis or not on dialysis, who cannot tolerate or adequately absorb oral iron supplements.Venofer is administered directly into a vein (intravenously) by a healthcare professional, either as a slow injection or a diluted infusion. It works by replenishing the body’s iron stores, which are essential for forming hemoglobin in red blood cells that carry oxygen throughout the body. Its intravenous administration ensures rapid and efficient delivery of iron, bypassing issues of gastrointestinal absorption. Strict medical supervision is required during and after administration due to the potential for hypersensitivity reactions. Venofer is commonly available in single-dose vials, such as 5ml (providing 100mg iron) or 10ml (providing 200mg iron).
