Ferric gluconate (Ferrlecit)

Also known as sodium ferric gluconate complex in sucrose injection.

General information

Class/mechanism: Iron, which is needed for various biologic processes, including synthesis of hemoglobin and multiple enzymatic processes.
Route: IV
Extravasation: no information

• 1 mL of Ferrlecit provides 12.5 mg of elemental iron

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Patient drug information

• Ferric gluconate (Ferrlecit) patient drug information (UpToDate)