Search Results for: hemoglobin

sickle cell anemia

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...]

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...]