CAS 9004-66-4

Iron dextran

Description:

Iron dextran is a complex of iron and dextran, a polysaccharide derived from the fermentation of sucrose by certain bacteria. It is primarily used as an iron supplement to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia, particularly in patients who cannot tolerate oral iron supplements or require rapid replenishment of iron stores. Iron dextran is typically administered via intramuscular or intravenous routes. The substance appears as a brownish-black solution and is characterized by its ability to provide a source of elemental iron, which is essential for hemoglobin synthesis and overall oxygen transport in the body. Its formulation allows for controlled release of iron, minimizing the risk of toxicity associated with free iron. Additionally, iron dextran is known for its relatively low incidence of allergic reactions compared to other iron preparations, although some patients may still experience side effects such as pain at the injection site or gastrointestinal disturbances. Overall, iron dextran serves as an important therapeutic agent in managing iron deficiency, particularly in specific populations such as pregnant women, individuals with chronic diseases, or those undergoing dialysis.

Formula: Unspecified

Synonyms:

• A 100
• A 100 (pharmaceutical)
• B 75
• B 75 (pharmaceutical)
• Chinofer
• CosmoFer
• Dexfer
• Dexferrum
• Dextran de fer
• Dextran iron complex
• Dextran magnetite
• Dextran-iron oxide
• Dextrofer 100
• Dextrofer 75
• Endorem
• Fe-dextran
• Fenate
• Ferdex 100
• Ferran 100
• Ferranimal 75
• Ferranimal 75M
• Ferric dextran
• Ferridextran
• Ferristat
• Ferrodex 100
• Ferrodextran
• Ferroglucin
• Ferroglukin
• Ferroglukin 75
• Hyferdex
• INFeD
• Idofer
• Imferon
• Impheron
• Imposil
• Infufer
• Iro-jex
• Iron dextran injection
• Iron-GARD
• Iron-dextran complex
• Ironorm
• Kemofei
• Myofer 100
• Nonemic
• Polyfer
• Proferedex
• Prolongal
• Shu 555
• iron-dextran
• Iron dextran

Iron Dextran

CAS: 9004-66-4

Iron Dextran

Ref: 54-OR1028993

Iron Dextran

CAS: 9004-66-4

Iron Dextran (Fero Gradumet) is an iron supplement, used in the study of iron deficiency anemia.

Formula: FeH₂O₄S

Color and Shape: Brown Solid

Molecular weight: 153.92

Ref: TM-T35360

Iron dextran

CAS: 9004-66-4

Formula: FeH₂O₄S

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 153.9235

Ref: IN-DA00IFZC

Iron Dextran

Controlled Product

CAS: 9004-66-4

Applications Iron Dextran is used for preventing and treating iron-deficiency anemia of newborn piglets.
References Amine, E., et al.: J. Agric. Food Chem., 20, 246 (1972), Caperna, T., et al.: J. Anim. Sci., 67, 654 (1989), Mukhopadhyay, C., et al.: J. Biol. Chem., 275, 21048 (2000),

Formula: (C₆H₁₀O₅)nFe(OH)₃m

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 153.93

Ref: TR-I774950