Iron sucrose is an injectable iron supplement. Learn how to use the medication, common side effects, special precautions to watch out for, and more.
This medication is also known as “Venofer“ or “Avofer”.
Iron Sucrose is an injection that is used to treat anaemia caused by low iron levels. Anaemia occurs when levels of red blood cells in the body are lower than normal.
It supplies the body with iron to make red blood cells, which are used to transport oxygen around the body. This can help you to feel less tired or breathless and improve your ability to exercise.
Your doctor will perform a blood test to check whether you need Iron sucrose.
Iron Sucrose injection is usually given as an infusion into the vein (intravenous).
Inform your healthcare professional if:
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately
Please inform your healthcare professional if you are taking other medications, including supplements, traditional or herbal remedies.
Store in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep this medication away from children.
Pack this medication into a black trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing into the rubbish chute or bin.
Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.
This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity and Watsons) and Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.
Last updated on Apr 2025
This article was last reviewed on Tuesday, April 29, 2025