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Jilazo Injection

Manufacturer :  Lupin Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Iron
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Jilazo Injection

This injection is used for supplementing iron in the diet. It treats iron deficiency in the blood. It is also used for improving athletic performance, canker sores and treating attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder. Some people also use the iron for depression, Crohn's disease, fatigue and for the inability to get pregnant. Women sometimes take this medicine to make up for iron lost in heavy menstrual flow.

The recommended dose of this injection for adults suffering from iron deficiency is 50-100 mg. It should be taken three times daily. The dosage is different for people of different ages and medical conditions. Consult your doctor to be sure of your dose.

    What are the uses of Jilazo Injection

    What are the contraindications of Jilazo Injection ?

    What are the side effects of Jilazo Injection ?

    Key highlights of Jilazo Injection

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This injection is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Jilazo Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Jilazo Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Iron, please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    This injection is part of hemoglobin that helps in carrying oxygen to other body parts from lungs and oxidation of cells. Therefore, deficiency of iron leads to anemia for which you need to take iron-rich foods like meat, poultry, eggs, vegetables, and cereals.

      What are the interactions of Jilazo Injection ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      FAQs about Jilazo Injection

      • Ques : What is jilazo injection?

        Ans : This injection has Iron Isomaltoside as an active ingredient present. It is anti-anemic medicine that helps in the formation of red blood cells and increasing hemoglobin.

      • Ques : What are the uses of jilazo injection?

        Ans : This injection is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like anemia, fatigue, depression, canker sores, iron deficiency and crohn’s disease.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of jilazo injection?

        Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this injection. These include nausea, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, and black or dark stools.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal jilazo injection?

        Ans : This injection should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

      References

      • Iron- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 5 December 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/iron%20(fe)

      • Iron- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 5 December 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01592

      • Iron- NIH, U.S. National Library of Medicine [Internet]. medlineplus.gov 2019 [Cited 5 December 2019]. Available from:

        https://medlineplus.gov/iron.html

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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