Iron Infusions

• Recent blood results (last three months)

• Medication (unless we are provding for you)

• A referral is not required but more than happy to accept them.

What do I need to bring ?

Preparing for an Iron Infusion

• Eat normally; Fasting is not required.

• Make sure you are warm and well-hydrated.

• Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing.

• Continue taking your regular medications.

• Be prepared for a small needle insertion in your arm or hand.

• Have your next of kin details available in case of an adverse reaction.

Further Information

What can be the side effects?

Common (1 in 10):
Headache, dizziness, flushing, hypertension (high blood pressure), nausea, injection site reactions.

Uncommon (1 in 100):
Abdominal pain, vomiting, cramps, dyspnoea (breathing difficulties), arthralgia (joint pain), numbness, itching, rash, chest pain, diarrhoea, dizziness, fatigue, hypotension (low blood pressure), myalgia (muscle pain).

Rare (1 in 10,000):
Angioedema (swelling under the skin), reduced consciousness (drowsiness), anxiety, bronchospasm (narrowed airways).

At Highgate Health, we are fully equipped to manage any adverse reactions should they occur.

Our Location

Address
Suite 105 / 33 Lexington Drive
Bella Vista NSW 2153

Hours
Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Sat 9am - 2pm

Contact
Tel 1300 067 667
Email admin@highgatehealth.com.au
Fax 02 8076 3030

How to enter the clinic