Iron Deficiency Anemia Overview

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What is the typical oral dose of elemental iron for iron-deficiency anemia?

  • 100-200 mg daily (correct)
  • 50-100 mg daily
  • 200-300 mg daily
  • 300-400 mg daily

In which conditions is prophylaxis with an iron preparation considered appropriate?

  • Diarrhea and vomiting
  • Allergic reactions and skin rashes
  • Menorrhagia and pregnancy (correct)
  • Heartburn and acid reflux

What is the preferred route for administering oral iron salts?

  • By mouth (correct)
  • Subcutaneous injection
  • Inhalation
  • Intravenous injection

Which of the following statements about modified-release preparations of iron is true?

<p>They do not have a therapeutic advantage and should not be used (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is treatment with an iron preparation justified?

<p>Only in cases with a demonstrable iron-deficiency state (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be administered as parenteral iron?

<p>Iron dextran (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the dosage range of Feospan for children aged 12-17 years?

<p>200 mg to 600 mg daily (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which preparation is NOT prescribable in NHS primary care?

<p>Feospan (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the iron content in each Pregaday tablet?

<p>100 mg elemental iron (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are modified-release preparations of iron not recommended?

<p>They have no therapeutic advantage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication contains ethanol, hydroxybenzoates, and sorbitol?

<p>Sytron (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dosage of Sodium feredetate trihydrate for adults initially?

<p>5mg three times daily (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended route of administration for Ferric Derisomaltose?

<p>Intramuscular injection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a contraindication for Ferric Maltol (Feraccru)?

<p>Exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should healthcare professionals monitor serum phosphate levels in patients using Ferinject?

<p>To prevent hypophosphatemia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should oral iron formulations be given in relation to the last Ferric Carboxymaltose (FERINJECT) injection?

<p>At least 5 days after (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a side effect associated with Iron Dextran and Iron Sucrose?

<p>Flatulence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what trimesters of pregnancy is it recommended to use intravenous iron if the benefits outweigh the risks?

<p>Second and third trimesters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common side effect of intravenous iron formulations?

<p>Arthralgia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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