Usual Adult Dose for Iron Deficiency Anemia:
Patients weighing 50 kg or more: Two doses of 750 mg via slow IV push or infusion separated by at least 7 days
Alternatively, for patients weighing 50 kg or more: 15 mg/kg to a maximum of 1000 mg may be administered as a single-dose treatment course
Patients weighing less than 50 kg: Two doses of 15 mg/kg via slow IV push or infusion separated by at least 7 days
Maximum dose: Total cumulative dose should not exceed 1500 mg of iron per course
Comments:
-The dosage is expressed in mg of elemental iron.
-Treatment may be repeated if iron deficiency anemia recurs
Use: Treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adults with an intolerance or unsatisfactory response to oral iron and in adults with non-dialysis dependent chronic kidney disease
 Detailed Injectafer dosage information
What happens if I miss a dose?
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss an appointment for your Injectafer injection.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Overdose symptoms may include weakness, joint problems, and problems with balance or walking.
