An inherited disease in which the red blood cells have an abnormal crescent shape, block small blood vessels, and do not last as long as normal red blood cells. … [Read more...]
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iron dextran complex
A colloidal solution containing ferric oxyhydroxide complexed withpolymerized dextran, used as a form of parenteral iron-replacementtherapy. Upon administration … [Read more...]
ferrous sulfate
A sulfate salt of mineral iron formulated for oral administration and used as a dietary supplement, ferrous sulfate is absorbed in the stomach and small … [Read more...]
iron sucrose injection
A sterile aqueous complex of polynuclear iron (III)-hydroxide in sucrose for intravenous use. Following intravenous administration, iron sucrose is dissociated … [Read more...]
deferoxamine mesylate
The mesylate salt of an iron-chelating agent that binds free iron in a stable complex, preventing it from engaging in chemical reactions. Deferoxamine chelates … [Read more...]