Source: FDA, National Drug Code (US) Revision Year: 2020
Monoferric is indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in adult patients:
For patients weighing 50 kg or more: Administer 1,000 mg of Monoferric by intravenous infusion over at least 20 minutes as a single dose. Repeat dose if iron deficiency anemia reoccurs.
For patients weighing less than 50 kg: Administer Monoferric as 20 mg/kg actual body weight by intravenous infusion over at least 20 minutes as a single dose. Repeat dose if iron deficiency anemia reoccurs.
The dosage of Monoferric is expressed in mg of elemental iron. Each mL of Monoferric contains 100 mg of elemental iron.
Only administer Monoferric when personnel and therapies are immediately available for the treatment of serious hypersensitivity reactions (Warnings and Precautions (5.1)).
Inspect parenteral drug products visually for the absence of particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. The product contains no preservatives.
Each vial of Monoferric is single-dose only. Discard unused portion.
Excessive dosages of Monoferric may lead to accumulation of iron in storage sites potentially leading to hemosiderosis and hemochromatosis. Avoid use of Monoferric in patients with iron overload (see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)).
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). See the USP controlled room temperature.
Do not freeze.
When added to an infusion bag containing 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, Monoferric solution may be stored for up to 8 hours at room temperature.
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