An iron infusion - also known as Intravenous (IV) Iron Supplementation - delivers iron directly into your bloodstream through a small IV catheter. At LIVation, we use Venofer® (iron sucrose). This method bypasses the digestive system, allowing for faster and more efficient absorption compared to oral supplements, which can often cause stomach upset or be poorly absorbed.

If your iron levels are too low, your body cannot produce enough hemoglobin, leading to Iron-Deficiency Anemia. This condition is often identified by low serum iron, low serum ferritin levels, and high iron-binding capacity. While lab work is encouraged, some patients can experience symptoms even when lab work is ‘normal.’ Please reach out to one of our clinical staff if you have any questions! 

Venofer® is the most prescribed IV iron treatment in the United States and is trusted in over 82 countries. 

Most patients begin to feel an improvement in their symptoms within several days to one week after the infusion. However, peak results may not be noticed until 4-6 weeks after administration. This is because red blood cells have a life cycle of roughly 28 days, so it can take time for the body to fully use the iron to replenish iron stores and rebuild hemoglobin in the blood. 

Safety & Monitoring

Your safety is our priority. While true anaphylaxis is very rare, some patients may experience "infusion reactions”, as known as “iron flu”. 

• Observation: We monitor all patients for at least 30 minutes after the infusion to ensure stability.
• Common Side Effects: These may include mild nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, muscle cramps, or flu-like symptoms. Slowing the infusion rate can often alleviate these symptoms. 
• Important Note: Do not test your serum iron levels for at least 48 hours after your dose, as results will be temporarily inflated. 

You should not receive Venofer® if you have a known hypersensitivity to iron sucrose.