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Iron Infusions

Feeling tired and sluggish, iron tablets not working?

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Are you iron deficient?

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If you are iron deficient, it means that you have low levels of iron and essential minerals in your body. Our body needs iron to make haemoglobin which carries oxygen through the blood cells and around our body. It is also important for your muscle strength, energy and good mental health. 

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If your iron levels are low, you may feel unusually tired or have difficulties concentrating or being able to function normally. This can lead to a disease called anaemia. It is very important to treat iron deficiency in order to bring your iron levels back to normal.

What is an intravenous iron infusion?

An intravenous iron infusion is a simple procedure that can be performed at our clinic. The procedure involves a needle being placed into a vein in your arm for the iron solution (iron and saline solution) to drip (‘infused’) into your blood stream. The procedure generally takes approximately 45 minutes.

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Why do I need an iron fusion?

Infusions of iron are used to treat iron deficiency or anaemia in  people who have not responded well to oral iron therapy, such as iron tablets. Infusions of iron are a fast and effective way to treat iron deficiency.​

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Iron infusions can assist with a variety of issues:

  • Unable to tolerate iron taken by mouth

  • Unable to absorb iron through the gut

  • Unable to absorb enough iron due to the amount of blood the body is losing

  • Not responding to iron tablets

Are there any side effects?

The iron infusion is generally well tolerated; however, some patients may experience mild, transient side effects that may last from a couple of hours up to two days. They include:
• Dizziness and headache
• Discolouration of skin at the administration site
• Muscle and/or joint pain
• Facial Flushing

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Cost
$180 Approx.
After Medicare Rebate

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