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ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is used to treat iron deficiency and anaemia (deficiency of iron and haemoglobin). It contains 'Iron,' an essential body mineral required by the red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. By combining with a protein in the blood called haemoglobin, iron helps carry adequate oxygen to various body parts. Common side effects of ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION are muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, taste changes, diarrhoea, constipation, headache, cough, back pain, flu symptoms, joint pain, and dizziness.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

IRON-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION

Intravenous (IV) ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is a prescription treatment used to treat ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION deficiency anaemia when oral ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION supplements are ineffective, not tolerated, or when rapid ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION replacement is needed. IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION includes several formulations, such as ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION sucrose, ferric carboxymaltose, and low-molecular-weight ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION dextran, and your doctor will select the most appropriate option based on your medical condition. IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION replenishes your body's ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION stores, allowing the bone marrow to produce healthy red blood cells and improve oxygen delivery throughout the body.

This medicine is not a daily treatment; instead, it is typically injected as a single dose or in a few sessions spaced over several weeks, depending on your clinical needs. Because it is given as an injection or a slow drip directly into a vein, it bypasses the digestive system completely. Eating a balanced diet containing naturally high levels of ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION and staying well-hydrated can significantly help improve your treatment results.

While taking ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION, some people may experience mild side effects like a temporary metallic taste, nausea, or mild discomfort at the injection site. However, if you experience serious side effects such as chest tightness, difficulty breathing, or a sudden drop in blood pressure, please let your doctor or nurse know right away or healthcare professional immediately. Your clinical team will monitor you closely during and after each session to manage any potential reactions.

Before starting treatment, talk to your doctor if you have a history of liver damage, kidney disease, asthma, or active bodily infections. Do not receive IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION if you have had a previous severe allergic reaction to the prescribed IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION formulation, its ingredients, or another IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION product, as cross-reactivity may occur in some people. IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION should also not be used in people with ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION overload disorders such as haemochromatosis or hemosiderosis (conditions in which the body stores too much ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION, potentially damaging organs). Your healthcare team will review your medical history carefully before treatment.

It is important to tell your doctor about all other medicines you take, as oral mineral supplements should be stopped before receiving this injection to avoid interfering with absorption. Tell your doctor about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbal products, and dietary supplements you take so that any potential interactions can be reviewed before treatment, or if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or an elderly patient, to ensure this therapy is safe for you.

Uses of ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION

This medicine is used to treat ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION deficiency anemia when ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION replacement by injection is required. The detailed uses of this medicine are as follows:

  • Severe anemia due to ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION deficiency: ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION helps replenish ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION stores by delivering ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION directly into the bloodstream, supporting rapid hemoglobin production when oral ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION supplements are ineffective, not tolerated, or unsuitable.
  • Anemia in chronic kidney disease: It helps support red blood cell production in people with chronic kidney disease, particularly those receiving dialysis. Some patients also receive medicines that stimulate the body to produce more red blood cells (called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents or ESAs), and IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION helps these medicines work more effectively.
  • Anemia before major surgery: It helps correct ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION deficiency and improve hemoglobin levels before surgery, reducing the risk of complications associated with anemia and blood loss.

Key Benefits

ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION helps replenish ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION stores quickly, improving hemoglobin levels and relieving the symptoms of ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION deficiency anemia. Its benefits include:

  • Helps rapidly restore ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION levels by delivering ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION directly into the bloodstream, especially when oral ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION supplements are ineffective or not tolerated.
  • Helps increase hemoglobin and red blood cell production, improving the body's ability to transport oxygen.
  • Helps reduce fatigue, weakness, and exhaustion, allowing you to regain energy for daily activities.
  • May improve shortness of breath, exercise tolerance, and physical performance as ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION levels return to normal.
  • Bypasses the digestive system, reducing the risk of stomach irritation, nausea, cramping, and constipation commonly associated with oral ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION supplements.
     

Directions for Use

  • Your doctor will determine the dosage and frequency depending on your condition.
  • ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

How ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION Works

After IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION replenishes your body's ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION stores, your bone marrow gradually uses this ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION to produce healthy red blood cells. An early increase in young red blood cells (called reticulocytes) is usually seen about 7 to 10 days after treatment, while haemoglobin levels generally begin to improve over the following 2 to 4 weeks. The time needed for full recovery depends on the severity of your ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION deficiency, the underlying cause, and your response to treatment, so your doctor will monitor your progress with blood tests. In simple terms, IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION provides your body with the ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION it needs to make healthy red blood cells and improve oxygen delivery throughout the body.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is advised to avoid alcohol intake while using ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION since alcohol can hinder the absorption of iron in ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before starting ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION can pass into the breast milk. Hence, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION.

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Driving

Caution

ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION may affect your ability to drive or operate any machinery since it can cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have a history of liver diseases before taking ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney diseases before taking ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION.

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Children

Consult your doctor

The doctor will prescribe the dosage based on the child's age and weight.

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Heart

Caution

ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION can be given to patients with heart problems, but only under close medical supervision. Your doctor will assess risks like iron overload or fluid shifts that could worsen cardiac function.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Geriatric patients can receive ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION, but it require careful monitoring due to increased risk of side effects like hypotension or allergic reactions. Dosing should be individualized based on kidney function and iron levels.

What if I have taken an overdose of ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION

Since this medicine is prepared and administered by qualified healthcare professionals, receiving an overdose is extremely rare. However, if you believe an administration error has occurred or you develop severe symptoms after treatment, call emergency services (112 in India) immediately or seek emergency medical care. If available, you may also contact the National Poison Information Centre helpline (1800-116-117) for further guidance.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION-rich foods: Include ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION-rich foods such as dark leafy green vegetables, beans, lentils, fortified cereals, and lean meats to support healthy red blood cell production.
  • Increase vitamin C intake: Eat foods rich in vitamin C, including citrus fruits, bell peppers, strawberries, and tomatoes, to help improve ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION absorption and utilization.
  • Avoid foods that reduce ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION absorption: Avoid consuming black tea, coffee, or calcium-rich dairy products at the same time as ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION-rich meals, as they can reduce ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION absorption.
  • Stay hydrated and get enough rest: Drink plenty of water and get adequate rest to support your body's recovery and help restore energy levels.
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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION to start to work: The time required for ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION to start to work is 30 to 60 minutes after administration.
  • The time for which the effects of ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION last: The duration of action for ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is unknown.

What if you forget to take ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION

Because ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is administered by healthcare professionals in a clinic setting, missing a dose means missing an appointment. If you miss a scheduled session, call your doctor's office or clinic immediately to reschedule your appointment and keep your treatment plan on track.

Storage

•Storage requirements vary depending on the specific IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION formulation prescribed.
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Keep Refrigerated. Do not freeze.

Drug Warnings

  • Stay for observation: Remain at the clinic or hospital for at least 30 minutes after your injection so healthcare professionals can monitor you for signs of an allergic or infusion-related reaction.
  • Inspect the injection before use: Ensure the healthcare provider checks that the solution is clear and free of visible particles before administration.
  • Report injection site reactions immediately: Inform your nurse or doctor right away if you experience burning, stinging, pain, or swelling at the injection site, as this may indicate leakage of the medicine into the surrounding tissue.
  • Inform your healthcare provider about other medicines: Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines and supplements you are taking, especially oral ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION supplements, which may need to be stopped before starting injectable ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION therapy.
  • Avoid driving if you feel unwell: Do not drive or operate machinery after your treatment if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, or any other symptoms that may affect your ability to do so safely.

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  • Oral Iron supplements: These are usually stopped before IV ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION treatment because additional oral ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is generally unnecessary during the infusion period. Your doctor will advise you when to restart oral ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION if it is still needed.
  • Other medicines: Always provide your healthcare team with a complete list of all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements before treatment so they can check for potential interactions.

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION when used as directed.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT]

FAQs

ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION belongs to a class of haematinics, primarily used to treat iron deficiency and anaemia (deficiency of iron and haemoglobin).
ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION contains Iron. It works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) in the body, thus treating iron deficiency and its associated anaemia.
ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION should be used with caution and only under doctor's supervision if you have heart, liver or kidney diseases, low blood pressure, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, lupus (immune disorder), rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, and eczema.
ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION can be given to patients above 65 years of age under the supervision of a doctor. However, due to the reduced liver, kidney and heart function in older people who also use other medicines, ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION should be cautiously administered.
ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION may cause constipation as one of its side effects. Eating fibre-rich foods like vegetables, fresh fruits, and cereals and drinking plenty of water can help relieve symptoms.
Antacids may interfere with the absorption of iron. Hence it is advised to take ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION two hours before or four hours after taking antacids.
Iron-deficiency anemia is a common type of anemia that occurs when your body doesn't have enough iron to produce haemoglobin. Haemoglobin is a substance in red blood cells that helps them carry oxygen throughout the body.
Iron is a mineral found in many foods. It helps our bodies make red blood cells. To get enough iron, eat foods like meat, seafood, beans, whole grains, nuts, and dark leafy greens. If you're worried about your iron intake, talk to a doctor.
ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is safe and important during pregnancy. It helps your body make enough red blood cells for you and your baby. You can get iron from prenatal vitamins, iron supplements (if needed), and iron-rich foods like meat, spinach, and beans. Talk to your doctor about how much iron you need.
The duration of ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION depends on the underlying cause of your iron deficiency and your body's response to treatment.
It will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.
Yes, ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is effective medication to manage or treat anemia and iron deficiency.
Each person's body reacts differently to treatment. Some people may gain weight, whereas others may not. If you're concerned about weight gain or loss while taking iron supplements, talk to your doctor. They can provide personalized recommendations and track your progress.
The frequency of ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is determined by the severity of the patient's iron shortage and their response to treatment. The frequency of injections might range from weekly to every few months.
ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION can be given to children, but the dosage and frequency may differ from adults.
Dietary changes can also help increase iron intake. Iron-rich foods include red meat, poultry, fish, legumes, and fortified cereals.
While rare, allergic reactions to ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION are possible. If you have a history of allergies, inform your healthcare provider.
No, because ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION is injected directly into a vein and bypasses your digestive system, it is much less likely to cause the stomach pain, nausea, or constipation common with oral tablets.
A mild, temporary headache is a common side effect of this treatment. It usually resolves on its own, but you should discuss safe pain relief options with your healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if the headache is severe or persists.
No, you do not need to fast before receiving ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION. You can eat and drink normally prior to your appointment unless your medical team instructs you otherwise.
Some multivitamins contain the same mineral found in ENCIFER 200MG INJECTION, which could lead to an excessive buildup in your system. It is best to review your entire supplement list with your healthcare provider before your first injection. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
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