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Before the prescribed dose is given, a smaller test dose of this drug may be given to check for possible side effects or allergic reactions. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information. This medication is given by injection slowly into a vein or into your dialysis line by a health care professional. Giving this medication too quickly may increase the risk of side effects (e.g., low blood pressure). The dosage and length of treatment is based on your age, medical condition, and response to therapy.

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. Some products that may interact with this drug include: iron supplements taken by mouth.

Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., complete blood count, ferritin levels) may be performed to monitor your progress or check for side effects.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe stomach pain, vomiting, pale/bluish skin (especially the lips/fingers/toes), rapid breathing.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: low blood pressure, certain metabolic disorders (e.g., hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis), previous reaction to iron dextran injection. This medication is not recommended for use in newborns. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. It is not known if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Not applicable. This medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home.

Nausea, flushing, headache, diarrhea, cramps, or discomfort at the injection site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: dizziness/lightheadedness, muscle pain (especially in the lower back/buttocks/legs), tingling of hands/feet, unusual weakness, vomiting. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but get medical help right away if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.