Iron Sucrose: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Iron Sucrose is an intravenous iron injection. It is a prescription medicine used for iron deficiency anaemia, including in pregnancy and kidney disease. In Pakistan it is available as injections, tablets, sachets and syrup, made by 10 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Iron Sucrose works
It delivers iron directly into the blood to rebuild iron stores and haemoglobin.
What is Iron Sucrose used for?
- Iron deficiency anaemia
- Including in pregnancy
- Kidney disease
Iron Sucrose is given into a vein to treat iron deficiency anaemia when tablets do not work, are not tolerated, or iron is needed quickly, such as in pregnancy or kidney disease.
Side effects of Iron Sucrose
Common side effects of Iron Sucrose include:
- Change in taste
- Low blood pressure
- Nausea
- Injection-site reactions
Staff will watch for allergic reactions during and after the infusion.
Precautions and warnings
- It is given only by healthcare professionals.
- Tell the team about previous reactions to iron injections.
Frequently asked questions about Iron Sucrose
What is the price of Iron Sucrose in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Iron Sucrose products currently in stock range from Rs 279 to Rs 5,460 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is RBC F Chewable Tablet at Rs 279. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Iron Sucrose are available in Pakistan?
Iron Sucrose is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Rbc (A & J Company), Cheliron (High-q), Maltofer (Searle Company Limited), Venofer (Gestro Care), Lipomax (Ali Gohar Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Rubiject (Ali Gohar Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Bisleri (Sami Pharma Ltd) and Bisleri-s (Sami Pharma Ltd), along with 4 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Iron Sucrose?
Yes. Iron Sucrose is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Are all Iron Sucrose brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Iron Sucrose in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Iron Sucrose brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 13 products containing Iron Sucrose from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
