Which iron infusion is best?? Venofer, dextran, ferrlecit, infed...?!

ellesix
on 12/29/11 9:14 am
I took the infed in 1 8-hour sitting. It was covered by my insurance but only partially. I was shocked to get the bill. They gave me benedryl with it. It was fine an comfortable and I instantly felt better after sitting through it. I had no side effects.
 
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KRWaters
on 12/30/11 7:29 am - Manteca, CA
I have had two Fereheme infusions in the Infusion center where people are getting cancer treatment. It was a piece of cake for me. Saline first for 15 minutes about, and then the Fereheme for 20 mins if that. Had to sit for 1/2 hour to make sure no reaction. I see my hema next  month. I may need to get the infusion yearly. My hema said that Fereheme is the newest one and the best one, and easiest to do. Def worth checking out. Good luck.

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KellyJTn
on 12/31/11 1:27 am - Oak Ridge, TN
I had 2 Fereheme infusions 1 week apart, and was told that I am good to go for a year. I still have to go back every 3 mths just to get my iron checked to make sure, but the last check I was still good.  My insurance paid for it 100%.

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