About Iron Sucrose (Available For Selected Markets) API
Therapeutic CategoryNephrology

CAS Number
8047-67-4
API Technology
Iron Product
Dose Form
Injectable
Dr Reddy's Development Status
Available
Available Regulatory Filing
USDMF, Brazil DMF
Mechanism of Action
Venofer is an aqueous complex of poly-nuclear iron (III)-hydroxide in sucrose. Following intravenous administration, Venofer is dissociated into iron and sucrose and the iron is transported as a complex with transferrin to target cells including erythroid precursor cells. The iron in the precursor cells is incorporated into hemoglobin as the cells mature into red blood cells.
Indication
Venofer is an iron replacement product indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).