Checklist For Iron Infusion Procedure
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1Checklist for prescribers: dialogue to have with
patients regarding intravenous iron
administration
Before the appointment:
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Continue taking all of your normal medication, however please stop taking any iron tablets at least 7 days
before the infusion
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What to wear – dress in loose, comfortable clothing - Please wear a short sleeve top
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Meals – you may eat as normal prior to the infusion
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Please drink 2-3 glasses of water prior to your appointment
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You can drive yourself to and from the appointment
The infusion procedure:
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A tube will be put into your arm to enable the iron solution to be given
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The nurse will take regular observations throughout the infusion
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The iron infusion will take 15 minutes (Ferric Carboxymaltose only)
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If a suitable vein cannot be found the infusion may be rescheduled
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If any side effects are experienced during or following the infusion, please inform the nurse
What symptoms may they experience?
Common (these may continue off and on for up to 1-7 days)
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Temporary changes in taste (e.g. metallic)
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Headache, feeling sick or vomiting
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Muscle and joint pain
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Itchiness, rash
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Dizziness
Uncommon (NOTE: Severe side effects are rare. You will be closely monitored by the nurse during the
infusion of iron.)
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Burning, swelling and/or discolouration at injection site
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Permanent skin discolouration at the injection site
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Shortness of breath
Following the infusion:
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You may be required to wait 30 minutes for observation
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The iron will take a few weeks to have its full effect and your doctor will check your blood iron levels in 6
weeks
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Please check with your GP before re-starting any oral iron tablets
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Sometimes mild side effects can start 1 to 2 days after the infusion and include headache, mild fever, joint
and muscle aches
If side effects are worrying you or interfere with your daily activities contact ______________________
NOTE:
SEEK URGENT MEDICAL
If you have chest pain, difficulty breathing, dizziness or neck/mouth swelling
ATTENTION
28.04.2015
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