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API Name : Ferric Carboxymaltose

Ferric Carboxymaltose (FCM) is a novel iron complex Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient that consists of a Ferric hydroxide core stabilized by a carbohydrate shell allows for controlled delivery of iron to target tissues. FCM is effective in treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia by delivering a large dose of iron with low side effect profile during a minimum administration time.

Appearance of Ferric Carboxymaltose
Structure of Ferric Carboxymaltose

Chemical Formula : C24H44FeO25–

CAS No : 9007-72-1

Molecular Weight : 788.4 gm/mol

Therapeutic Category : Iron Supplement

Therapeutic Applications

FCM has been approved for use in patients with iron deficiency who have had inadequate response to oral therapy, intolerance to oral iron, non dialysis-dependent chronic kidney disease, or inflammatory bowel disease. 

Comparison between Ferric Carboxymaltose and Iron Sucrose

FCM is better alternative to Iron Sucrose as FCM has comparatively high dose per sitting compare to that of Iron Sucrose and hence fast recovery of patient from Iron deficiency. FCM can be administered by injection or infusion while Iron Sucrose can be administered by injection only. Even though FCM can be delivered in high dose, the side effects are minimal as compare to Iron Sucrose. 

Defination

Iron Sucrose : Iron sucrose is a treatment for iron deficiency anemia which includes intravenous administration of iron.
Ferric Carboxymaltose : Ferric carboxymaltose is a type of iron supplement that is given through injection or infusion where the oral intake of iron is not possible.

Iron administration efficiency

Iron Sucrose : Comparatively limited dose per sitting.
Ferric Carboxymaltose : Comparatively high dose per sitting.

Method of administration

Iron Sucrose : Injection.
Ferric Carboxymaltose :  Injection or infusion

Common side effects

Iron Sucrose : Headache, blurry vision, fever, dizziness, chest pain, difficult in breathing, unusual heartbeat, unusual tingling, sudden weight changes, swelling and bloating, etc.
Ferric Carboxymaltose : Headache, dizziness, flushing, hypertension, nausea, etc.

Packing

1 Kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg HDPE Drum or as per customer’s requirement.

Storage Conditions

Store in cool and dry place at room temperature, protect from direct sunlight.