07 Mar Feraheme
Feraheme
What is Feraheme?
Venofer is used in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in people with chronic kidney disease(CKD).
Anemia occurs when the body fails to produce healthy red blood cells due to a lack of iron in the body, preventing oxygen from being carried to different tissues throughout the body.
When people are diagnosed with CKD, it is common for them to become dependent on dialysis. Dialysis dependence usually results in people becoming anemic because it prevents the kidneys from producing enough of a hormone called erythropoietin and low levels of iron which are responsible for creating more blood cells.
As an iron replacement product, Feraheme helps restore healthy blood cells in patients and reverse anemia by providing the iron necessary for the body to make more red blood cells.
What does Feraheme treat?
- Iron deficiency anemia in people with chronic kidney disease
Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Hypotension
- Constipation
- Peripheral edema
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Infusion Duration
15 minutes
Infusion Cycle
Based on doctor’s recommendations
What to Expect During Your Infusion
Before your infusion, it is important to drink plenty of water and come to your appointment hydrated. Additionally, you must alert us as soon as possible to any changes in your insurance to ensure that we are still an in-network provider for your infusion therapy.
- Your dedicated Infusion nurse will check your vitals and review your medical history to check for improvements or potential side effects of your infusion therapy.
- Your nurse will begin your infusion and check in on you periodically during your treatment.
- After your infusion, your nurse will monitor you for 30 minutes to ensure you do not have any complications or reactions to the infusion therapy.
Why patients choose Pure to receive their Feraheme infusion:
Safe & Private Suites
- Comfortable, private rooms with a relaxing, spa-like atmosphere
- 55” TVs with Netflix, Wifi, drinks, snacks, meals & more
Expert Medical Staff
- Certified FNPs & infusion nurses on-site
- Insurance pre-authorizations & re-authorizations
- Patient lab work
Patient Assistance
- Co-Pay assistance & other financial aid programs
- Flexible scheduling
- Easy & convenient parking
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