Ferric Carboxymaltose

Ferric Carboxymaltose

Definition

A parenteral iron solution containing ferric iron complexed with carboxymaltose polymers, used in parenteral iron-replacement therapy. Upon administration, ferric carboxymaltose is removed from plasma by the reticuloendothelial system. Subsequently, ferric iron binds to transferrin or is stored as ferritin. Transferrin-bound iron is transported in the plasma to the liver, spleen and bone marrow, where it is incorporated into hemoglobin, and to muscle, where it is incorporated into myoglobin.

Also known as FCM, Ferinject, FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE, Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection, Ferric Carboxymaltose Solution, Injectafer — per NCIT

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