Iron Infusions

If you don’t have enough iron, your body can’t make hemoglobin. This protein helps blood carry oxygen throughout your body. With this issue, you may develop anemia. This is known as iron-deficiency anemia, the most common type of anemia.

Iron infusion therapy is a medical procedure used to treat iron deficiency anemia. During the procedure, iron is delivered directly into the bloodstream through an intravenous line. This method ensures rapid absorption and can swiftly replenish iron levels in the body. Patients typically experience improved energy levels and overall well-being following treatment.

Indications for IV iron therapy

IV Iron serves as an effective solution in several cases, including:

Failure of oral iron replacement therapy
Oral iron intolerance
Iron deficiency secondary to treatment (i.e. post gastrectomy or duodenal bypass)
Celiac disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (i.e. Ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease)
Conditions involving ongoing blood loss (i.e. heavy menstruation)
Generically induced iron deficiency anemia

Symptoms of deficiency

Indications for IV iron therapy

Fatigue, Difficulty Concentrating
Dizziness, Shortness of Breath
Headaches
Brittle Nails
Restless Legs Syndrome
Heart Palpitations
Unusual Cravings

What You Need To Do

Health Check & Lab Test

A medical examination and updated bloodwork must be completed within 30 days of treatment. This can be ordered by your primary care provider and will have to be reviewed by our nurse practitioner.

Prescription

Health Check & Lab Test

If you have a prescription, you can pick up the medication at the pharmacy and bring it to your appointment for your infusion.

If you do not have a prescription, you will have to have a consultation with our nurse practitioner to obtain one.

Follow-Up

Health Check & Lab Test

Follow-Up

Follow up with your primary care provider to monitor your bloodwork and response to treatment.

What to Expect

Before your treatment:

To receive an Iron Infusion at our clinic, you'll need a referral from your primary care provider, along with blood test results within the last 30 days. These requirements help us understand your current iron levels so we can create a customized treatment plan tailored specifically for you.

Before your iron infusion, appropriate bloodwork and criteria will be reviewed to ensure you are a candidate for this treatment.

Procedure:

An intravenous (IV) catheter will be inserted by an experienced registered nurse. The catheter is connected to the IV bag, which contains the iron solution. The iron is delivered slowly during this time to help prevent reactions to a large dose.

An experienced registered nurse will initiate the treatment and you will be monitored whilst the infusion is taking place.

Cost: $320; if you have a prescription and will be bringing your own medication, an infusion fee of $175 will apply.

Length of Procedure: The iron infusion takes approximately one hour, and you will be monitored for an additional half hour following the treatment.

Treatment Frequency: Typically, a course of iron treatments involves 2-4 sessions.

Side effects: Although most patient tolerate the treatment without any side effects, some experience nausea, headache, dizziness, flushing, metalic taste, muscle aches, joint pain.

Contraindications: We do not offer iron infusion for pregnant women.

IRON INFUSIONS

Indications for IV iron therapy

Indications for IV iron therapy

Indications for IV iron therapy

Symptoms of deficiency

Indications for IV iron therapy

Indications for IV iron therapy

What You Need To Do

Health Check & Lab Test

Health Check & Lab Test

Health Check & Lab Test

Prescription

Health Check & Lab Test

Health Check & Lab Test

Follow-Up

Health Check & Lab Test

Follow-Up

What to Expect

ARE YOU A GOOD CANDIDATE?

IRON INFUSIONS

Indications for IV iron therapy

Indications for IV iron therapy

Indications for IV iron therapy

Symptoms of deficiency

Indications for IV iron therapy

Indications for IV iron therapy

What You Need To Do

Health Check & Lab Test

Health Check & Lab Test

Health Check & Lab Test

Prescription

Health Check & Lab Test

Health Check & Lab Test

Follow-Up

Health Check & Lab Test

Follow-Up

What to Expect

ARE YOU A GOOD CANDIDATE?

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