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Compare MonoFerric vs. Injectafer

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  • Monoferric (ferric derisomaltose)
    Injectafer (ferric carboxymaltose)
  • Monoferric (ferric derisomaltose)
    Injectafer (ferric carboxymaltose)

  • Summary of MonoFerric vs. Injectafer

    Summary for Iron supplement
    Prescription only

    MonoFerric (ferric derisomaltose) is an iron infusion that treats iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) in certain adults. This iron supplement is given intravenously (IV), meaning an injection through the veins, as a single dose by a healthcare professional (HCP). The dosage depends on your weight. Side effects are rare but might include nausea and rash. MonoFerric (ferric derisomaltose) is currently available as a brand-name medication only.

    Summary for Iron supplement
    Prescription only

    Injectafer (ferric carboxymaltose) is an iron supplement that's given as an infusion through the vein. It treats iron-deficiency anemia in people who can't take iron supplements by mouth and in certain adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Injectafer (ferric carboxymaltose) can also treat iron deficiency in certain adults with heart failure. This medication is given by a healthcare provider, typically as one or two infusions. While the medication helps replace iron in your blood, it can cause side effects like nausea and flushing of the skin.

  • Indications of MonoFerric vs. Injectafer

    Indications for
    •Iron-deficiency anemia (anemia due to low iron levels) in adults who either have already tried or can't take iron supplements in pill form
    •Iron-deficiency anemia in adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD)and aren't on hemodialysis
    Indications for
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    Iron-deficiency anemia (anemia due to low iron levels) in:

    •People 1 year of age and older who either can't take or don't respond well to iron supplements that are taken by mouth
    •Adults who have chronic kidney disease (CKD) and who aren't on dialysis
    •

    Iron deficiency (low iron levels) in certain adults with heart failure

  • Pros and Cons of MonoFerric vs. Injectafer

    Pros and Const for Iron supplement
    Pros
    •Works well to raise hemoglobin levels in people with iron-deficiency anemia
    •Given as a single dose
    •Few side effects
    Cons
    •Needs to be injected into the vein by a healthcare professional (HCP) at a clinic or infusion center
    •Hasn't been studied in children
    Pros and Const for Iron supplement
    Pros
    •Given as 1 or 2 infusions for most people
    •Infusion takes about 15 minutes
    •Can use for children as young as 1 year old who can't take iron supplements by mouth
    •Can help improve ability to exercise in adults with heart failure and low iron levels
    Cons
    •Must be injected into the vein by a healthcare provider
    •Must be given at an infusion center or provider's office
    •Brand-name medication only

  • Common Side Effects of MonoFerric vs. Injectafer

    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (1%)
    •Rash (1%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (7%)
    •High blood pressure (4%)
    •Flushing of the skin (up to 4%)
    •Injection site reactions (pain, irritation, redness, bruising, itching, swelling, or redness; 3%)
    •Dizziness (2%)
    •Vomiting (2%)
    •Low blood phosphate levels (2%)

    Note: Side effect percentages were collected from clinical studies with adults. Percentages for children might be different.

  • Warnings of MonoFerric vs. Injectafer

    Common Side Effects for
    •Serious allergic reactions
    •Too much iron in the body
    Common Side Effects for
    •Allergic reactions
    •Low blood phosphate levels
    •High blood pressure

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