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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.
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.
Topic
Iron Sucrose
Ferric carboxymaltose
Definition
Iron sucrose is a treatment for iron deficiency anemia which includes intravenous administration of iron.
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
Comparatively limited dose per sitting
Comparatively high dose per sitting
Method of administration
Injection
Injection or infusion
Common side effects
Headache, blurry vision, fever, dizziness, chest pain, difficult in breathing, unusual heartbeat, unusual tingling, sudden weight changes, swelling and bloating, etc.
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.