coheam 5mg injection - Iron Sucrose (5mg) medicine

coheam 5mg injection

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๐Ÿญ Mepfarma India Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 21, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is coheam 5mg injection used for?

Anofer 100mg Injection (Iron Sucrose) is used to treat GYNAECOLOGICAL. It contains Iron Sucrose (5mg), which Iron sucrose provides a source of elemental iron for hemoglobin synthesis and re. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Iron Sucrose
  • Manufacturer: Mepfarma India Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š coheam 5mg injection Uses & Benefits

Treatment of iron deficiency anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease, including those on dialysis; also used for iron deficiency anemia in other settings when oral iron is ineffective or cannot be used.

Off-label uses: Treatment of restless legs syndrome associated with iron deficiency; perioperative iron replacement.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Iron Sucrose
Brand NameAnofer 100mg Injection
ManufacturerMepfarma India Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassGYNAECOLOGICAL
Action ClassHaemopoetic agents
Route of AdministrationIntravenous (slow injection or infusion)
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light; do not freeze.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionIntravenously administered, iron sucrose is rapidly taken up by the reticuloendothelial system and delivered to the bone marrow for erythropoiesis.
DistributionDistributes primarily to the liver, spleen, and bone marrow. Iron is incorporated into hemoglobin and stored as ferritin.
Protein BindingIron is bound to transferrin in plasma; iron sucrose complex is stable and does not readily dissocia
MetabolismIron sucrose is dissociated into iron and sucrose by the reticuloendothelial system; iron is utilized for hemoglobin synthesis or stored.
Half-LifeApproximately 6 hours for the iron component; sucrose is excreted renally.
ExcretionMinimal urinary excretion of iron; sucrose is excreted in urine. Iron is primarily lost through desquamation and blood loss.
Bioavailability100% (intravenous administration)
Onset of ActionRapid; increase in hemoglobin levels seen within 1-2 weeks.
Peak Plasma TimeImmediately after infusion; iron is rapidly cleared from plasma.
Duration of ActionEffects persist for weeks as iron is utilized for erythropoiesis.

How It Works

Iron sucrose provides a source of elemental iron for hemoglobin synthesis and replenishes iron stores.

Mechanism Steps

1Iron sucrose complex is administered intravenously.
2The complex is taken up by macrophages of the reticuloendothelial system.
3Iron is released from the complex and binds to transferrin in plasma.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take coheam 5mg injection

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of coheam 5mg injection

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling)

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Anaphylactic reactions
  • Hypotension
  • Bronchospasm
  • Cardiac arrest
  • Iron overload

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Seizures
  • Thrombophlebitis
  • Hemolysis
  • Metallic taste

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Chloramphenicol Major May decrease erythropoietic response to iron therapy.
Oral iron preparations Major Increased risk of iron overload; avoid concurrent use.
Antacids Moderate May reduce absorption of oral iron; not relevant for IV iron.
Proton pump inhibitors Moderate May reduce absorption of oral iron; not relevant for IV iron.
H2 receptor antagonists Moderate May reduce absorption of oral iron; not relevant for IV iron.
Vitamin C Minor May enhance iron absorption; not relevant for IV iron.
Calcium supplements Minor May inhibit iron absorption; not relevant for IV iron.

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Chloramphenicol
  • Oral iron preparations

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Antacids
  • Proton pump inhibitors
  • H2 receptor antagonists

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Vitamin C
  • Calcium supplements

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions as it is administered intravenously.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to iron sucrose or any component; iron overload (e.g., hemochromatosis); anemia not due to iron deficiency.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Hemoglobin, hematocrit, serum ferritin, transferrin saturation, blood pressure during infusion.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Iron is excreted in breast milk but in small amounts; considered compatible with breastfeeding.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

May cause iron overload; treat with chelation therapy (e.g., deferoxamine) if symptomatic.

โฐ Missed Dose

Administer as soon as possible; do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

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